Likes and dislikes - verb forms

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Verb forms

Look at the three verbs and what comes after each one:

would like + to have

interested in + having

wouldn’t mind + having

verb + infinitive verb + ‘-ing’ form

would like wouldn’t mind

want enjoy

Infinitive or ‘to’ form:

Some verbs are followed by the infinitive or ‘to’ form.

I’d like to have a job that pays well.

I don’t want to work in an office. I would love to be a teacher.

-ing form

Some verbs are followed by the ‘-ing form.

I wouldn’t mind having an office job if I can work with people. I enjoy working outdoors.

I like being part of a small team.