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Can the letter ready for collection today? vs Can the letter be ready for collection today?

Both phrases are correct, but they have different meanings. 'Can the letter ready for collection today?' is incorrect because 'ready' should be followed by 'be' to form a passive construction. 'Can the letter be ready for collection today?' is the correct and more commonly used phrase, indicating the possibility of the letter being prepared for collection on the same day.

Last updated: March 28, 2024 • 2348 views

Can the letter ready for collection today?

This phrase is incorrect. 'Ready' should be followed by 'be' to form a passive construction.

This phrase is not correct in English. 'Ready' should be followed by 'be' to form a passive construction.

Alternatives:

  • Can the letter be ready for collection today?

Can the letter be ready for collection today?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to inquire about the possibility of the letter being prepared for collection on the same day.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to inquire about the possibility of the letter being prepared for collection on the same day.

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