What's proper grammar for this sentence?

Question

I like lying in the grass.

or

I like laying in the grass.

I can never remember!

Physically on the ground, not telling a lie. haha--Maybe I shouldv'e specified!

Answer 1

lie, lay, lain
I like lying in the grass
lay, laid, laid
I laid some clothes on my bed.
It IS tricky.

Answer 2

It is : I like laying in the grass.
Here are some websites to tell the difference between laying and lying. But I think laying in the grass in proper grammer. Also each word has different meanings.
I hope this helps you!!

Answer 3

Actually it's I like Lying down in the grass .
Cuz Lying alone is from Lie
and Laying from Lay eggs , like the chicken do .

Answer 4

If you are talking about physically laying in the grass, the correct grammar is I like laying in the grass. If you are talking about telling lies while laying or being otherwise in the grass, the correct grammar is I like lying in the grass.

Answer 5

I hate this sort of thing. I know that if I would've said this sentence without being faced with choices or extensive thought I would've been able to say it correctly. After seeing the choices, I'm not sure. Thaaanks. Now this question is going to bother me for hours until I figure it out. LOL

Answer 6

I like lying in the grass. To lay means to lay something down, such as to lay your book on the table.

Answer 7

Uh I thought that lying was not telling the truth.