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When is "a" needed before an infinitive?

For example, why is the "a" needed in "vamos a comer"? Why isn't it just "vamos comer"?
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Information or resources on the correct use of "a"/prepositions with infinitive verbs

When constructing sentences I am not certain whether or not to use "a" prior to an infinitive. Considering the infinitive itself means - to ____ : To my understanding "Voy a leer" - I go to read ...
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When to add prepositions before an infinitive verb (por/para/a/de)?

With the infinitive form of a verb in English, (e.g. to speak), the word 'to' seems to convey a specific meaning where, in Spanish, an additional preposition is used in some cases. Examples: I can ...
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