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## To Consider or Considering? The Great English Verb Debate

“Should my next blog post be about the best places to visit in France?” I mused, my fingers hovering over the keyboard. “Or should it be a deep dive into the art of cooking a perfect croissant?” As I pondered these weighty decisions (well, at least *to me*!), I thought about how similar these questions are to a common grammatical puzzle many English learners struggle with: “Do I say ‘We are considering **to move**,’ or ‘We are considering **moving**’?”

Let’s dive into this tasty (yes, I’m sticking with the croissant theme!) topic:

**Consider + Gerund vs. Consider + Verb Infinitive**

The first thing to realize is that both constructions are grammatically correct. However, they convey slightly different nuances.

* **”We are considering moving”** emphasizes the action itself (“moving”) as the thing you’re thinking about. It implies a more concrete plan or action.

* For example: “We are considering moving to a bigger house.”
* **”We are considering to move”** focuses on the idea or possibility of moving (“to move”) being in your thoughts. It sounds more general and less conclusive.

* For example: “We are considering to move to a different country, but haven’t made a decision yet.”

**Why Gerunds After “Consider”?**

Many verbs, like “consider” and “imagine”, prefer to be followed by gerunds (-ing form).

Think of it this way: a gerund acts like a noun, describing the action. So, “We are considering moving” is like saying “We are considering the action of moving.”

**Key Takeaways:**

* Both “Consider + Gerund” and “Consider + Verb Infinitive” are grammatically correct.
* “Consider + Gerund” emphasizes the action itself.
* “Consider + Verb Infinitive” emphasizes the idea or possibility.

**Confused? You’re Not Alone!**

The rules of English grammar can be tricky sometimes. And just like enjoying a perfect croissant, understanding these nuances takes time and practice. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes, learn from them, and keep practicing!

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a very important decision to make: chocolate croissant or almond croissant…?