When should I use ‘to do’ vs. ‘doing’??

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I find it hard to memorize/memorizing English words.
Which is correct? Or both are acceptable, just with one being more commonly used?

Rachel123 · Accepted Answer

I find it hard to memorize English words....

ErikNordicTalk · Accepted Answer

“I find it hard to memorize” sounds more natural.
We usually say “find it + adjective + to do something.”

“I find it hard memorizing…” sounds a bit off.

You can also say “Memorizing words is hard.”

Love_Candy Cane · Accepted Answer

Both are correct, but they’re used differently

“I find it hard to memorize English words” = more natural and common
“I find memorizing English words hard” = also correct, just a bit more formal

When should I use ‘to do’ vs. ‘doing’??

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