Gerunds and Infinitives for Purpose

Form

(Action) + to + Infinitive

I went to the shop to buy some milk.

He is studying hard to pass his exams.


Meanings

Why? → to + infinitive

To explain why a person does an action, we use the infinitive of purpose (to + verb).

Why did you call me?I called you to ask a question.

Why is she saving money?She is saving money to buy a new car.


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