INTRODUCTORY-IT

Introductory It

In this pattern, it has no meaning. It is used only to fill the cubject position in the sentence. thus, it is called introductory “it”.

Introductory “it” as a subject:

A : To watch musical programs is pleasent.

B : It is pleasent to Watch musical program

Introductory it with seem, appear and look

Introductory it is also used with seem, appear and look when the 

subject is an infinitive phrase with a gerund or a clause.

 - It looked doubtfl whether she would come.

 - It seemed strange that she should behave like that.

It is sometimes used as the object of the verbs think, feel, deem, count, cons, etc…

- I considered it a privilege to have this opportunity of welcoming you.

Introductory it in question

- When was is that the maneger came?

- It was at 10 am that the maneger came.