Do infinitives really translate "to" do somthing?

Question

Do infinitves really translate "to" do somthing.Example, trabajar "to work" or is it just "work"?

Answer 1

Infinitive is the simplest, form of a verb. Now, what is a verb?

• A verb = Action.
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Answer 2

See this link for more on the use of the infinitive in other forms.

Infinitives used as subject, predicate or object

But usually infinitives are "to ____". Quiero trabajar. = I like to work.

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Answer 3

Hello Garciamarquez. Yes 'Infinitives' always mean 'to do' something. The word 'work' on its own would be: el trabajo. An example of using trabajar in a simple sentence, would be "Quiero trabajar". Although it looks as though it is out on its own, it still means 'to work'. Regards...Jool.

Translated "I like to work". This is the most common translation of the infinitive although in certain situations it can be translated differently. - gringojrf, Feb 27, 2012