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"you can collect it" vs "you can collected it"

The correct phrase is "you can collect it." The verb "collect" should be in the base form (infinitive) after modal verbs like "can." The second phrase, "you can collected it," is incorrect because the verb is in the past participle form, which is not appropriate after a modal verb.

Last Updated: March 24, 2024

you can collect it

This phrase is correct. The verb "collect" is in the base form (infinitive) after the modal verb "can."

This phrase is used to indicate the ability or permission to gather or assemble something.

Examples:

  • You can collect it from the store tomorrow.
  • You can collect it after the meeting.
  • Can I collect it from your office?
  • She can collect it on her way home.
  • They can collect it from the reception desk.

Alternatives:

  • You are able to collect it.
  • You have the option to collect it.
  • You may collect it.
  • You could collect it.
  • You might collect it.

you can collected it

This phrase is incorrect. The verb "collected" is in the past participle form, which is not appropriate after a modal verb like "can."

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