Verb + inf

 

agree

to say you will do 

Would you ever agree to do some volunteer work?

Yes, I would agree to do some volunteer work.

 

appear

to seem to be

If your employees appeared to be tired, what would you do for them?

If my employees appeared to be tired, I would give them a break and encourage them to take a short nap or rest.

 

arrange

to put something in order/to organise something

Have you arranged to meet anyone this weekend? 

No, I have not arranged to meet anyone this weekend.

How do you arrange to have your files on your desktop?

I arrange to have my files on my desktop by organizing them into folders and saving them in the appropriate location.

 

ask

to inquire/to request 

Who would you ask to help you if you had financial problems?

If I had financial problems, I would ask a financial advisor or accountant to help me.

 

attempt

to try

Have you ever attempted to fight your fears?

Yes, I have attempted to fight my fears.

 

beg

to urgently ask for

How do you treat those who beg to be given some money in the streets?

I treat those who beg to be given money in the streets with respect and kindness, but do not give them money.

 

can/can’t afford

to permit yourself to do

What can’t you afford to do anymore for the sake of your health/routine/family/work?

For the sake of my health/routine/family/work, I cannot afford to stay up late or skip meals anymore.

 

can/can’t wait

to allow time for: can wait

not have patience for: can’t wait

Who can’t you wait to see because you haven’t seen them for ages? 

I can’t wait to see my family members because I haven’t seen them for ages. 

What can’t you wait to do because you have been planning to do it for a long time?

What I can’t wait to do is go on a vacation because I have been planning it for a long time.

 

care

to have interest in

Would you care to comment on the current state of your society?

I would care to make a comment or two. I care deeply about the current state of my society and believe that we should strive for progress and equality for all people.

 

chance

take a risk and do

Would you ever chance to give Indian food a taste?

Yes, I would chance to give Indian food a taste.

 

choose

to make a choice

Where would you choose to visit if you had all the money in the world and two weeks? 

If I had all the money in the world and two weeks, I would choose to visit Japan as it has always been one of my dream destinations.

 

claim

to say is true

How do you feel about people claiming to have seen UFO’s?

I am open-minded about people claiming to have seen UFO’s but remain skeptical until there is more evidence presented.

 

come

to arrive at

Who do you want to come to visit you?

I want my friends and family members to come to visit me so that we can spend quality time together.

consent

to agree to

At what age would you consent to let your kids travel alone?

I would consent to let my kids travel alone when they are 18 years old or older.

 

dare

to risk doing

Have you ever dared to face your fears?

Yes, I have. I have dared to face my fears many times and it has helped me grow as a person.

 

decide

to make a decision

Where would you decide to send your kids to university?

I would decide to send my kids to university based on their individual interests and academic goals. I would also consider the cost of tuition, the quality of the school, and the location of the university.

 

demand

to insist forcefully

How does the staff at hospitals react to someone who is demanding to receive help straightaway?

The staff at hospitals try their best to provide prompt and efficient care for all patients. If a patient was demanding to receive help, they would receive it depending on the seriousness of their condition..

 

deserve

to merit

Do you deserve to have a rest?

Yes, everyone deserves to rest from time-to-time in order to recharge and refocus on their goals.

determine

to come to the conclusion

What have you determined to do by the end of this year?

By the end of this year, I have determined to finish my degree program and begin looking for a job in my field.

 

elect

to choose

Did you ever elect to stay at home instead of going on holiday with your family?

Yes, I have elected to stay at home instead of going on holiday with my family before.

 

endeavor

to try/to make an effort to do something 

Which companies endeavour to provide the best possible service?

Many companies endeavour to reach excellence in customer service by providing helpful resources such as FAQs, live chat support, and 24/7 customer service lines. Moreover, some companies offer rewards programs or discounts for loyal customers as an incentive for them to continue using their services.

 

expect

to feel something should happen

When do you expect to retire?

I expect to retire when I am 65 years old or older depending on my financial situation at that time.

 

fail

to not succeed

If you fail to do something the first time around, would you try again until you succeeded?

Yes, if I fail to do something initially then I will try again until I succeed because failure is part of learning and growth.

 

get

to receive

When was the last time you got to take part in your favourite activity?

The last time that I got to take part in my favourite activity was two weeks ago when I went hiking with some friends.

 

guarantee

to say will happen

Are you guaranteed to pass if you sat an English exam?

No one can guarantee to pass an English exam because it depends on how well prepared they are for it and how well they perform during it.

 

hesitate

to not be sure about

Would you hesitate to say yes, if you were offered a job today?

No, if a job opportunity presented itself today then I wouldn’t hesitate to say yes because it could be a great opportunity for me professionally and personally.  

 

hope

to want to happen

Who do you hope to see soon? What do you hope to do soon?

I hope to see my family soon and spend quality time with them doing activities such as going out for dinner or playing board games together.

 

hurry

to go to quickly

What are the pros and cons of hurrying to finish your work?

A pro of hurrying to finish your work is that you can meet deadlines and get tasks done faster. A con of hurrying to finish your work is that it can lead to lower quality work, mistakes, and stress.

 

incline

to tend towards

What are you inclined to do in your free time?

In my free time, I am inclined to relax and enjoy a variety of activities. I enjoy reading, playing video games, watching movies, and spending time outdoors.

 

learn

to study and memorize.

What would you like to learn to do which will help you professionally?

Professionally, I would like to learn to manage my time and prioritize tasks. I would also like to learn how to better communicate with clients and colleagues, as well as how to effectively collaborate on projects.

 

manage

to do with difficulty

If you didn’t manage to finish a project on time, who could help you out?

If I didn’t manage to finish a project on time, I could reach out to colleagues, mentors, and other professionals in my network who have experience in the same field. I could also look into hiring a freelancer or a consultant to help me with the project.

 

mean

to intend

Has anyone ever meant to help you but instead made things worse for you?

Yes, there have been times when someone has meant to help me but instead made things worse. For example, someone may have given me advice that was well-intentioned but not necessarily applicable to the situation I was in.

 

need

to have to have/do

Do you need to think about your future more?

Yes, there is a need to think about your future and plan for it. Consider setting goals for yourself to ensure that you are on track to reach your desired future.

 

neglect

to not do something you should do

Why do some civil servants neglect to give people all the information?

In some cases, civil servants may neglect to give people all the necessary information because they are overwhelmed or lack the necessary resources to provide the information in a timely manner. In other cases, they may be trying to protect the government or an individual from legal repercussions.

 

offer

to say you will do, give, provide

Do you normally offer to help your classmates/workmates?

Yes, I try to offer to help my classmates and workmates whenever I can. Helping others is a great way to build relationships and show that you care.

 

pay

to spend money on

When was the last time you paid to have something done at home?

The last time I paid to have something done at home was about a month ago. I had a plumber come to my house to fix a leaking pipe. 

 

plan

to think about the future

Where do you plan to visit next?

I plan to visit Japan next. I’ve always wanted to explore the culture and visit some of the iconic landmarks of the country, such as Mount Fuji, the Imperial Palace, and the Osaka Castle.

 

prepare

to get ready for

Are you prepared to face personal and professional challenges?

Yes, I am prepared to face personal and professional challenges. I recognize that I may face moments of difficulty and uncertainty, but I am confident in my ability to confront and overcome them.

 

pretend

to act as if

Why do kids pretend to be superheroes?

Kids often pretend to be superheroes because it gives them a sense of power and control. They can use their imagination to create their own unique superhero identity, which can be a source of empowerment and self-expression.

 

profess

to believe

What would you say to someone who professes to have seen ghosts?

I would ask someone who professes to have seen a ghost to tell me about their experience and what they saw. I would also ask them how the experience made them feel and if they have had any similar experiences before.

 

promise

to say you will do

What do you think about all those politicians who promise to resolve the problems faced by their constituents at the time of the elections?

I think it’s important for politicians to promise to do things that they can honour, and that they should be held accountable for their promises.

 

refuse

to say you will not do

What kinds of jobs would you refuse to do?

I would refuse to do any job that goes against my values or beliefs.

 

remain

to stay

What is the longest amount of time you have remained to finish your project?

The longest amount of time I have ever remained to finish a work project was around 8 hours. I had to make sure that everything was done correctly and that all the details had been taken care of. I was very focused and determined to get the job done as quickly and efficiently as possible.

 

request

to ask for

Who would you request to speak to in a restaurant if you had a complaint to make?

If I had a complaint to make in a restaurant, I would request to speak to the manager or the head chef.

 

Resolve

to decide to do

What have you resolved to change about yourself?

I have resolved to become more organized and better manage my time.

 

seek

to look for

What kind of work did your parents want you to seek to do?

My parents wanted me to seek to do a job that was meaningful and would provide me with a sense of purpose.

 

seem

to appear

What kinds of jobs seem to be easy but aren’t?

Jobs that seem to be easy but are actually quite challenging include customer service roles, delivery jobs, and data entry jobs.

 

shudder

to physically react to something you do not like

Do you shudder to think about all the problems in the world?

Yes, I do shudder to think about all the problems in the world. It is heartbreaking to see so much suffering and injustice in the world.

 

strive

to try hard to do

Would you strive to meet all the demands of your bosses at work?

Absolutely. I would strive to meet all the demands of my bosses at work. I understand and respect that they have expectations of me and that they are ultimately responsible for my performance.

 

struggle

to work hard to do

What do you really struggle to understand in your English language learning?

One of the things I really struggle to understand in my English language learning is the difference between formal and informal language. I have a hard time knowing when to use which kind of language in different situations.

 

swear

to promise to do

Have you ever sworn to stop doing something and actually accomplished it?

Yes, I have sworn to stop doing something and actually accomplished it. For example, I once made a vow to cut down on my sugar consumption, and I was able to stick to it and reduce my intake significantly.

 

tend

to usually do

How would you deal with students/employees who tend to waste a lot of time?

One way to deal with students/employees who tend to waste a lot of time is to set clear expectations and deadlines for their tasks.

 

threaten

to say you will do a bad thing to someone

What kind of employee would you threaten to fire?

I would threaten to fire an employee who consistently fails to meet expectations, ignores instructions and deadlines, or does not take their job seriously.

 

volunteer

to say you will help

When was the first time you volunteered to help with the cooking at home?

The first time I volunteered to help with the cooking at home was when I was about 12 years old. I wanted to learn how to cook, so I asked my mom to teach me and she agreed.

 

wait

to let time pass

What is the longest you have waited to see the doctor?

The longest I have waited to see a doctor was around three hours. I was suffering from a severe headache and went to the emergency room.

 

want

to desire

What kind of people do you want to help in the world?

I want to help people who are in need and those who are struggling. I want to use my knowledge and skills to help those who are vulnerable and underserved, such as the elderly, the disabled, and those living in poverty.

 

wish

to want to do

Who do you wish to accompany you on your next trip abroad?

I wish to take my family with me on my next trip abroad. I think it would be an amazing opportunity to experience a new culture and explore different places together.

 

would like

to want

What would you like to have for dinner this evening?

I would like to have some steak and vegetables for dinner this evening. I would also like to have some potatoes, either mashed or roasted.

 

yearn

to desire very strongly

Who are you yearning to see? 

I am yearning to see my family and friends. I miss spending time with them and enjoying their company.

Where are you yearning to visit?

I am yearning to visit someplace new and exciting. I would love to explore a new city, or even a new country that I have never been to before.