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The difference between -ed and -ing

Brian L

Aug 30, 2025

“-ed” → how you feel (the person’s emotion)
“-ing” → what causes the feeling (the thing or situation)
Examples
I am confused. → (my feeling)
This book is confusing. → (the book causes the feeling)
I am bored. → (my feeling)
This movie is boring. → (the movie causes boredom)
She is interested in music. → (her feeling)
Music is interesting. → (music causes interest)

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