1.2 Using Gerunds As The Objects of Prepositions

A gerund is frequently used as the object of a preposition.

Examples:

a. We talked about going to Canada for our vacation.

b. Sue is in charge of organizing the meeting.

c. I’m interested in learning more about your work.

to is a preposition, not part of infinitive form, so a gerund follows.

Examples:

a. I’m used to sleeping with the window open.

b. I’m accustomed to sleeping* with the window open.

c. I look forward to going home next month.

d. They object to changing their plans at this late date.

Negative form: not precede a gerund.

Example:

We talked about not going to the meeting, but finally decided we should go.

* Possible in British English: I’m accustomed to sleep with the window open.


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