Infinitive phrases - function

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Infinitive phrases - function
Message from mohammadalro posted on 14-07-2026 at 16:35:47 (D | E | F)
Hello
What is the grammar function of the infinitive or the infinitive phrase in the following sentence ?

I seem to have made foolish friendships ever since.

to have made = perfect infinitive

I know that the verb ( seem ) is always an intransitive verb, so ..

in the above sentence the infinitive phrase ( to have made friendships) is a nominative here and likely is a subject complement.

Please can anyone support and tell whether my analysis is correct or wrong?

Thank you in advance.

Re: Infinitive phrases - function from sherry48, posted on 20-07-2026 at 19:03:49 (D | E)
Hello.
In your example, I seem to have made foolish friendships ever since, there is a familiar construction, where 'to' belongs with seem, plus have made. Now 'have made' is recognizable as the present perfect.
I have made a mistake. It is certain.
I seem to have made a mistake. It is apparent.
I hope this helps.
Sherry

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