ParticiplePresent
The present participle is the -ing form of a verb in English. It is a non-finite verb form used to express ongoing action, to form certain tenses, and to function as an adjective or in participial clauses. It is commonly referred to as the -ing participle or the present participle of a verb.
Formation and spelling: The present participle is usually formed by adding -ing to the base form of
Functions and use: The present participle forms the progressive (continuous) aspect with auxiliary be (I am
Examples: I am reading a book. A running river defeated the current. Walking along the beach, we