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The gerund can be used as the subject, complement,

or object of a sentence. Let’s take a look at what that

means using the examples below:

Running

Running is good for your health. (Subject)

His favourite hobby is running. (Complement)

I love running! (Object)

Reading

Reading is the best way to learn new words.

Her least favourite subject is reading.

Jane really enjoys reading.

Top Tip: Gerunds are usually used when an action is real,

permanent, or completed (e.g. I love running! – means that

I love running and probably will continue to love that

activity for a long time)