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To Rearticulate vs Rearticulating 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 rearticulate (Infinitive)

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

Example

I want to rearticulate my ideas for better clarity.

Rearticulating (Gerund)

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

Example

Rearticulating your thoughts can help improve communication.

Where can infinitives/gerunds be placed in a sentence?

To rearticulate (Infinitive)

  • 1Subject

    To rearticulate is necessary in order to avoid misunderstanding.

    To rearticulate is necessary in order to avoid misunderstanding.

    • "*To rearticulate*" serves as the subject of the sentence.
    • Infinitive phrase (subject) + verb (is) + adjective (necessary) + infinitive phrase (to rearticulate).
  • 2Object

    She wants me to rearticulate my argument.

    She wants me to rearticulate my argument.

    • "Me *to rearticulate* my argument" is the object of the verb "wants."
    • Noun (She) + verb (wants) + noun phrase (me *to rearticulate* my argument).
  • 3Adjective Modifier

    I need a clear explanation to rearticulate the concept.

    I need a clear explanation to rearticulate the concept.

    • "*To rearticulate* the concept" modifies the noun "explanation."
    • Noun (I) + verb (need) + noun phrase (a clear explanation *to rearticulate* the concept).

Rearticulating (Gerund)

  • 1Subject

    Rearticulating your ideas is important for clarity.

    Rearticulating your ideas is important for clarity.

    • "*Rearticulating* your ideas" is the subject of the sentence.
    • Gerund (subject) + verb (is) + adjective phrase (important for clarity).
  • 2Object

    I enjoy rearticulating my thoughts in writing.

    I enjoy rearticulating my thoughts in writing.

    • "*Rearticulating* my thoughts in writing" is the object of the verb "enjoy."
    • Noun (I) + verb (enjoy) + gerund (*rearticulating* my thoughts in writing).
  • 3Object of Preposition

    He has a talent for rearticulating complex concepts.

    He has a talent for rearticulating complex concepts.

    • "For *rearticulating* complex concepts" is the object of the preposition "for."
    • Noun phrase (He) + verb (has) + noun phrase (a talent for *rearticulating* complex concepts).

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

He plans to rearticulate his proposal during the meeting.

They hope to rearticulate their message for better reception.

She wants to rearticulate her speech before presenting it.

We decided to rearticulate our plan to make it more effective.

They agreed to rearticulate their terms and conditions.

Verbs Taking Gerunds as Objects

Example

She enjoys rearticulating her ideas during brainstorming sessions.

They recommend regularly rearticulating your thoughts for better understanding.

I dislike the idea of rearticulating the same information repeatedly.

He avoids rearticulating his points in a confusing manner.

Can you imagine yourself rearticulating your argument in front of a large audience?

Verbs Taking Both Infinitives and Gerunds as Objects

Example

I like to rearticulate my thoughts for better clarity. I like rearticulating my thoughts for better clarity.

They started to rearticulate their strategies for success. They started rearticulating their strategies for success.

He began to rearticulate his ideas to engage the audience. He began rearticulating his ideas to engage the audience.

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