TextRanch

The best way to perfect your writing.

Discover why 1,062,726 users count on TextRanch to get their English corrected!

1. Input your text below.
2. Get it corrected in a few minutes by our editors.
3. Improve your English!

One of our experts will correct your English.

Our experts

considering changing vs considering to change

Both of these phrases are correct, but they're used in different contexts. "Considering changing" is more commonly used and is regarded as more natural in English. It is used when the verb "consider" is followed by another verb in the -ing form. On the other hand, "considering to change" is less common and may sound awkward to native English speakers.
Miss E. profile picture

Explained by Miss E.
Editor at TextRanch

Last updated: October 06, 2024 • 13511 views

considering changing

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when the verb "consider" is followed by another verb in the -ing form. It indicates that the action of changing is being contemplated or thought about.

Examples:

  • I am considering changing my job.
  • She is considering changing her major in college.
  • They are considering changing the date of the event.
  • May 20, 2021 ... "He is considering changing his job." or "He is considering to change his job." Can we go against the rule of "consider+verb+ing" if ...
  • Sep 2, 2024 ... Considering changing my podcast name. I have been thinking of changing my podcast name for a while. The one it currently has was chosen ...
  • Propose an extended recombining trinomial tree model considering changing volatility. •. Integrate multiple random variables into a low-dimension process to ...
  • Oct 23, 2024 ... MLS is considering changing to a fall-spring calendar after the 2026 World Cup. Subscription Required. r/MLS - MLS is considering changing to ...
  • Sep 16, 2020 ... A reader asks: I am considering changing my college major, and my family is upset. How do I know if changing my major is right decision?
  • Nov 23, 2020 ... Considering changing drive letters. docjl61. Asked by docjl61, November 23, 2020.
  • Oct 23, 2023 ... Considering changing majors after applying early decision? Hi everyone! So, I applied early decision to my top-choice school with a biology ...
  • Sep 27, 2023 ... Still considering changing from Rad Rover (and Rad). Thread starter High Plains Rider; Start date Sep 27, 2023 · H · High Plains Rider. Member.
  • Oct 5, 2005 ... A company is considering changing its policy concerning daily working hours. Currently, this company requires all employees to arrive at ...
  • Mar 23, 2024 ... i'm considering changing my name ... i was born clay tibbets. i never really loved the name. people would often misspell it “tibbetts” (tho i ...

Alternatives:

  • thinking about changing
  • contemplating changing
  • pondering changing
  • mulling over changing
  • reflecting on changing

considering to change

This phrase is correct but less common in English.

This phrase is used when the verb "consider" is followed by an infinitive verb (to + base form of the verb). It can sound less natural to native English speakers.

Examples:

  • She is considering to change her hairstyle.
  • He is considering to change his approach to the project.
  • May 20, 2021 ... "He is considering to change his job." :cross: It all depends on the preceding verb. Consider, contemplate, discuss, ponder... etc. will ...
  • Feb 5, 2024 ... relay.md - considering to change the pricing model - looking for feedback. Hello everyone,. A quick overview of what relay.md does: It's an ...
  • Nov 16, 2023 ... It's easy enough to override the input value to force Java 17, but still think it's worth considering to change the default. benjamin ...
  • Aug 8, 2015 ... FOX may already be considering to change Fantastic Four 2's release date into Deadpool 2 release date. r/comicbookmovies - FOX may already be ...
  • Aug 20, 2023 ... Considering to change to Ziply Fiber coming from Xfinity. Title, I live in an apartment in Wilsonville, OR. Ever since I moved here, I saw ...
  • Jan 20, 2020 ... ... , baritones and tubas. Until now i was working with sibelius and i'm considering to change to Dorico Pro because i really like the i…
  • Feb 21, 2020 ... I am considering to change my legal entity from sole proprietor to LTD company. The LTD company will have the current legal entity (which is ...
  • High quality example sentences with “I am considering to change” in context from reliable sources - Ludwig: your English writing platform.
  • Who of you is considering to change careers and quit flying? I can think of various reasons not only the current situation... Cheers.

Alternatives:

  • thinking about changing
  • contemplating changing
  • pondering changing
  • mulling over changing
  • reflecting on changing

Related Comparisons

What Our Customers Are Saying

Our customers love us! We have an average rating of 4.79 stars based on 283,125 votes.
Also check out our 2,100+ reviews on TrustPilot (4.9TextRanch on TrustPilot).

Why choose TextRanch?

Lowest prices
Up to 50% lower than other online editing sites.

Fastest Times
Our team of editors is working for you 24/7.

Qualified Editors
Native English experts for UK or US English.

Top Customer Service
We are here to help. Satisfaction guaranteed!