[Grammar] Simple Question: Gerund vs. Infinitive, any difference in the meaning conveyed?

[shakemyonions]

I am currently teaching a student, and I myself want to extend my understanding of grammar; thus I have a question:

I like running
I like to run

Is there any difference conveyed by these two sentences in terms of their deeper meanings and how they should be used most suitably (for instance, when making a list, or when speaking in certain tenses)

Thanks alot for any help that any body can provide.

Jolly good

Have a nice day

Ben

 

[MikeNewYork]

I am currently teaching a student, and I myself want to extend my understanding of grammar; thus I have a question:

I like running
I like to run

Is there any difference conveyed by these two sentences in terms of their deeper meanings and how they should be used most suitably (for instance, when making a list, or when speaking in certain tenses)

Thanks alot for any help that any body can provide.

Jolly good

Have a nice day

Ben

In my view, there is no real difference there. There are other verbs for which a gerund or an infinitive have different meanings.

 

[charliedeut]

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