Forget to do vs forget doing
Listen, type the full sentence, then see exactly where you went wrong.
Intermediate and above, or any learner training full listening without hints.
Repeat each exercise at least 3 times to improve faster!
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About this exercise
Understanding the difference between 'forget to do' and 'forget doing' is crucial for English learners. This exercise provides audio examples to illustrate how these phrases change the meaning of sentences. Listen closely as you hear phrases like 'I forgot to lock the door' and 'I forgot locking the door.' Each example will help you grasp how the infinitive and gerund alter the context of forgetting actions. The audio lasts approximately 51 seconds, making it a quick but effective practice for A2 learners.
Questions about this exercise
It means you were supposed to do something but didn't actually do it.
Sure! 'I forgot locking the door' implies that the action happened, but you don’t remember it.
They change the meaning based on whether you use the infinitive or gerund.