throwing
Translation
throwing
Examples
He is throwing the frisbee.
He is throwing the frisbee.
Throwing a javelin requires skill.
Throwing a javelin requires skill.
She's good at throwing parties.
She's good at throwing parties.
Grammar Patterns
((be)) ((~)) used in continuous tenses He is throwing a ball.
((~)) ((as a noun)) used as a gerund (subject/object) Throwing stones is dangerous.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tossing, hurling, casting
Etymology
From the verb 'throw' plus the '-ing' suffix for present participles and gerunds.
Memory Tips
The '-ing' shows an ongoing action. Picture someone in the middle of the 'throwing' motion.