podEnglish Pre-Intermediate 37 Press Release

Learn how to use infinitives and gerunds
gerund : the 'ing' form of the verb
press release
verbs followed by the infinitive
hope
-> I hope to create some buzz around our products.
expect
-> I expect to attract some new investors.
decide
-> I decided to write a press release.
afford ( we often use 'afford' in the negative)
-> We can't afford to miss this opportunity.

verbs followed by the gerund
discuss
-> Can we discuss adding some new information?
consider
-> We should consider using plainer language.
suggest
-> I suggest promoting some of the new product features.

verbs followed by gerund and infinitive
try
-> We could try promoting(to promote) the Developers' handbook.
start ( It's better to use infinitive)
-> We need to start letting the press know about it.