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I told him to does vs I told him to do

The correct phrase is 'I told him to do.' The verb 'do' should be used after 'to' in this context. 'I told him to does' is incorrect because 'does' is not the correct form of the verb to use in this structure.

Last updated: March 08, 2024 • 564 views

I told him to does

This phrase is incorrect. 'Does' is not the correct form of the verb to use after 'to' in this context.

The verb 'do' should be used after 'to' in this context. For example, 'I told him to do his homework.'

I told him to do

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

The correct phrase is 'I told him to do.' Use 'do' after 'to' in this context. For example, 'I told him to do the dishes.'

Examples:

  • I told him to do his homework.
  • She told me to do the laundry.
  • They told us to do our best.
  • He told her to do the shopping.
  • The teacher told the students to do the assignment.

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