Words ending in ing can be used to describe actions that are happing right now. For example: She is reading a book.
Adding ing can also transform a verb into a noun so that it represents an activity or thing. For example: She loves reading.
Another function for words ending in ing is to describe the quality of a noun. For example: The smiling child read her book.
Knowing how to use words ending in ing is essential for effective communication in English and the spelling rules change depending on what word you are adding ing to.
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learning |
He has a very good attitude towards learning.
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thinking |
The power of positive thinking can change and improve your life.
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running |
Even though he was tired he kept running.
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jogging |
Jogging is a good way to exercise.
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sitting |
An hour spent sitting and doing nothing is an eternity to a three-year-old.
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walking |
Walking is a popular form of exercise.
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eating |
Whilst eating a meal, he dropped a noodle.
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gardening |
Lots of people enjoy gardening.
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building |
Let's explore that old building.
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flying |
A swallow was flying up above.
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jumping |
I love jumping in muddy pools.
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ending |
The ending left us in suspense.
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examining |
Archaeology is the study of the past by digging up and examining remains of buildings, tools and other items.
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stacking |
Do you need help stacking the chairs?
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gaming |
Gaming is a popular way to spend time.
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spelling |
This course should help your spelling.
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collecting |
He liked collecting stamps.
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colouring
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I still like colouring in.
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playing |
It was hard to concentrate with the music playing in the room.
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Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
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Mayan Temple
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Monkey Business
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