The "ing" Form in English
1. Gerund (Verb + ing)
A gerund is the -ing form of a verb used as a noun. It can be used as the subject or object of a sentence.
- Example:
- _Swimming_ is fun.
- I enjoy _reading_.

2. Present Participle (Verb + ing)
The present participle is used to form continuous tenses or as an adjective.
- Example:
- She is _running_ (present continuous).
- The _crying_ baby needs attention (adjective).
3. Common Uses
- After prepositions:
- I am good at _drawing_.
- After certain verbs (e.g., enjoy, avoid, finish):
- She enjoys _dancing_.