ing Definition and Meaning in English (ing definition)

The suffix '-ing' is used to form the present participle of verbs, indicating an ongoing action or state, often functioning adjectivally.

The suffix '-ing' is used to form gerunds, which are verbal nouns that function as nouns in a sentence, representing an action or process.

The suffix '-ing' can also be attached to verbs to form new nouns (e.g., 'building') or adjectives (e.g., 'interesting') that describe qualities or things.