Question

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
I wanted _____ to you yesterday.

• A. To speak
• B. Speaking
• C. Speak
• D. To speaking

Answer 1

The correct option is A To speak

Option A is the correct answer here as the infinitive 'to speak' provides an object to the verb 'wanted.' The infinitive brings out the intention of the speaker intended for speaking but also conveys the sense that the action did not happen. Option B cannot be used here as the usage of a gerund would have been appropriate if the action had really taken place. Options C and D cannot be used as they would render the sentence meaningless.