please tell me difference between gerund and  participle in detail.

The present participle in English has the same form as the gerund, but the gerund acts as a noun rather than a verb or a modifier. The present participle of most verbs has the form base+ing

Present participle is the verb form. For instance,

  • I love sleeping.
  • He is singing.

However, a gerund uses the verb form as a noun. For instance,

  • Swimming is a good exercise.
  • Laughing helps you stay healthy.

 

Hope this clears your doubt. Cheers!

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