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To Cosponsor vs Cosponsoring Infinitives & Gerunds

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Infinitives: An infinitive is the base form of a verb, usually preceded by the word "to" (e.g., to swim, to eat, to learn). It can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb in a sentence. Infinitives are often used to express intentions, purposes, desires, or potential actions. Gerunds: A gerund is the -ing form of a verb (e.g., swimming, eating, learning). It’s different from a “present participle” which functions as a verb tense. A gerund can be the subject, object, or complement of a sentence.

When and How to Use Each Expression?

Get a sense of when and how each expression can be used through the following examples!

To cosponsor (Infinitive)

Purpose or Intention: Use the infinitive "to cosponsor" when you want to express a purpose, intention, desire, or potential action

Example

I agree to cosponsor the bill to support education funding.

Cosponsoring (Gerund)

Activity or Experience: Use the gerund "cosponsoring" when you want to refer to the activity itself or the experience as a noun.

Example

Cosponsoring the event is a great way to promote our organization.

Where can infinitives/gerunds be placed in a sentence?

To cosponsor (Infinitive)

  • 1Subject

    To cosponsor is a way for lawmakers to show their support for a cause.

    To cosponsor is a way for lawmakers to show their support for a cause.

    • "*To cosponsor*" serves as the subject of the sentence.
    • Infinitive phrase (subject) + verb (is) + noun phrase (a way for lawmakers to show their support for a cause).
  • 2Object

    She wants me to cosponsor the new legislation.

    She wants me to cosponsor the new legislation.

    • "Me *to cosponsor* the new legislation" is the object of the verb "wants."
    • Noun (She) + verb (wants) + noun phrase (me *to cosponsor* the new legislation).
  • 3Adjective Modifier

    I have a strong desire to cosponsor the bill.

    I have a strong desire to cosponsor the bill.

    • "*To cosponsor* the bill" modifies the noun "desire."
    • Noun (I) + verb (have) + noun phrase (a strong desire *to cosponsor* the bill).

Cosponsoring (Gerund)

  • 1Subject

    Cosponsoring the conference was a huge success.

    Cosponsoring the conference was a huge success.

    • "*Cosponsoring* the conference" is the subject of the sentence.
    • Gerund (subject) + verb (was) + noun phrase (a huge success).
  • 2Object

    I enjoy cosponsoring community events.

    I enjoy cosponsoring community events.

    • "*Cosponsoring* community events" is the object of the verb "enjoy."
    • Noun (I) + verb (enjoy) + gerund (*cosponsoring* community events).
  • 3Object of Preposition

    She has a talent for cosponsoring charity fundraisers.

    She has a talent for cosponsoring charity fundraisers.

    • "For *cosponsoring* charity fundraisers" is the object of the preposition "for."
    • Noun phrase (She) + verb (has) + noun phrase (a talent for *cosponsoring* charity fundraisers).

Verbs Taking Infinitives/Gerunds as Objects

The following are verbs that can take only the base form of the verb (infinitive), only the -ing form (gerund), or both.

Verbs Taking Infinitives as Objects

Example

They plan to cosponsor the event next month.

He decided to cosponsor the resolution after careful consideration.

We want to cosponsor the project for community development.

She attempted to cosponsor the bill, but it did not pass.

The citizens demand their representatives to cosponsor the proposed law.

Verbs Taking Gerunds as Objects

Example

They enjoy cosponsoring cultural festivals in the city.

I recommend cosponsoring the event for maximum exposure.

He is considering cosponsoring the charity auction.

We should avoid cosponsoring controversial events.

Can you understand the benefits of cosponsoring this initiative?

Verbs Taking Both Infinitives and Gerunds as Objects

Example

She likes to cosponsor projects that promote sustainability. She likes cosponsoring projects that promote sustainability.

We started to cosponsor events to raise awareness. We started cosponsoring events to raise awareness.

He began to cosponsor bills related to healthcare reform. He began cosponsoring bills related to healthcare reform.

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