In English, some verbs are followed by the -ing form of another verb (called the gerund: reading, driving), and others by to + verb (called the infinitive: to read, to drive). The choice depends on the first verb. It’s not always logical, so you have to learn the patterns.
Many of these verbs talk about enjoying, avoiding, or finishing an activity.
Common verbs followed by the gerund:
Many of these verbs talk about plans, hopes, decisions, and offers.
Common verbs followed by the infinitive:
Other verbs like this include: stop, forget, try, regret
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