Question
Directions: Each of the following sentences has word/words underlined. Identify which word class the underlined word/words belongs/belong to. Swimming is a healthy exercise.
NDA
General Ability
English
2026
NDA 2026 (Phase 1)
NDA General Ability Question (2026) — Solution
Options
- A. Verb
- B. Gerund
- C. Adjective
- D. Adverb
Answer
B. Gerund
Step-by-step solution
The word 'Swimming' is formed from the verb 'swim' by adding the suffix '-ing'. In the given sentence, it functions as a noun, acting as the subject of the verb 'is'. A verb form ending in '-ing' that functions as a noun is called a gerund. Therefore, 'Swimming' is a gerund. Answer: Gerund
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