i need help on some help on gerund phrase and the noun function of it

http://www.englishclub.com/grammar/verbs-gerunds.htm

This gives an excellent explanation of what gerunds are and how to recognize them.

http://www.englishclub.com/grammar/verbs-gerunds_1.htm
This page explains how gerunds are used.

Please re-post if you have specific questions.

thank you and my question is on this sentence:He must like studying calculus.

the gerund phase would be studying calculus and would be the direct object?

Yes, correct on both counts. Nice!

thank you and i have one more the sentence is: Her favorite pastime is entertaining friends. the phase would be is entertaining friends and would be a Predicate Nominative?

The gerund phrase is "entertaining friends." You're right -- it's a predicate nominative.

:) last one: She is successful in mimicking others' voices. the phrase would be mimicking others and would be Object of the Preposition?

Yes, correct.

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thank you so much

You're very welcome.

I'd be happy to help you with gerund phrases and their noun function! First, let's start with understanding what a gerund is.

A gerund is a verb that functions as a noun. It is created by adding the suffix "-ing" to the base form of a verb. For example, in the sentence "I enjoy swimming," the word "swimming" is a gerund because it functions as a noun (the object of the verb "enjoy").

Now, let's dive into gerund phrases. A gerund phrase is a group of words made up of a gerund plus any modifiers or complements it may have. These phrases can function as subjects, objects, or complements in a sentence. Here's an example:

"Running a marathon requires training and dedication."

In this sentence, the gerund phrase is "Running a marathon." It acts as the subject of the sentence and answers the question "What requires training and dedication?"

Gerund phrases can also function as objects:

"She enjoys playing the piano."

In this example, the gerund phrase "playing the piano" is the object of the verb "enjoys" and answers the question "What does she enjoy?"

Furthermore, gerund phrases can function as complements:

"Her passion is helping others."

In this sentence, the gerund phrase "helping others" is the complement of the verb "is" and answers the question "What is her passion?"

To identify a gerund phrase and its noun function, you should look for a verb ending in "-ing" followed by any words modifying or completing it. Consider the role of the phrase in the sentence to determine its function as a subject, object, or complement.

I hope this explanation helps! If you have any further questions, feel free to ask.