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studying vs to study

Both 'studying' and 'to study' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Studying' is the present participle form of the verb 'study' and is used when describing an ongoing action or state. 'To study' is the infinitive form of the verb and is used to express intention or purpose.

Last updated: March 30, 2024

studying

This is correct. 'Studying' is the present participle form of the verb 'study' and is used to describe an ongoing action or state.

Use 'studying' when you want to talk about the act of learning or acquiring knowledge in the present continuous tense.

Examples:

  • I am studying for my exams.
  • She is studying English literature at university.

Alternatives:

  • I study
  • I have been studying
  • I will be studying
  • I was studying

to study

This is correct. 'To study' is the infinitive form of the verb 'study' and is used to express intention or purpose.

Use 'to study' when you want to talk about the intention or purpose of learning something.

Examples:

  • I need to study for my test.
  • She wants to study abroad next year.

Alternatives:

  • I want to learn
  • I have to review
  • I plan to study
  • I aim to study

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