Gerunds and Infinitives

Герундий - это название действия, в котором именно в силу этого его значения сочетаются свойства как глагола, так и существитель­ного. В английском языке герундий можно образовать от любого глагола. В русском языке близкое герундию по значению отглаголь­ное существительное может быть образовано далеко не от всякого глагола (петь - пение, но танцевать - танец), отсюда разнообразие перевода герундия на русский язык.

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Unit nine

3. Translate the following sentences into Russian paying special attention to
the translation of Gerunds.

1. Choosing the right profession is very important.

2. Travelling is my hobby.

3. Seeing is believing, (proverb)

4. Going to the dentist's always makes me nervous.

5. What's your idea of relaxation? - Having a long bath and reading my
book.

6. Reading English books regularly will improve your knowledge of the
language.

7. He left the room without saying good-bye to anybody.

8. Smoking isn't allowed here.

9. Thank you for doing this work for me.

10. This is a good place for fishing.

11. What about going out tonight?

12. Translating poetry is far more difficult than translating prose.

4. Complete the sentences using Gerunds after prepositions.

1. He started work after...

2. What about...?

3. Thank you for...

4. You can't use this equipment without...

5. You need a special tool for...

6. He hasn't found a job since...

7. Can't you help instead of...?

8. This is the only way of...

9. Don't leave without...

10. Excuse me for...

11. We are thinking of...

12. He couldn't write a sentence without...

13. Could you call me before...?

Обратите внимание на глаголы и выражения, после которых употре­бляется герундий: