#Collocation – Some pairs of words are always used together in English. The pairing is not replicable. It can be a noun +noun, adjective + noun, noun +verb, verb + preposition or any such combination
Ex. If weather permits, we can go for a picnic. (Not allows)
Ex. Strong coffee, commit - crime/sin/suicide, make - mistake, handsome payment, kith and kin, power nap, congratulate – on, heavy snow, unique creation, home appliances, office staff, house keeping, sky walk, nail polish, mouth watering, rash driving, speak fluently, feel deeply, read rapidly, prematurely born, gently touched etc.
#Verbs of perception – The main verbs associated with the five senses and the natural functions of brain are called as verbs of perception. They are normally not used in ‘-ing’ form or any type of continuous tense if used for their original meaning. ‘Can’ is used to show that it’s current activity if necessary. (Ex. See, hear, smell, feel, taste, know, believe, understand etc.)
Ex. I can hear some noise from outside. (Not, ‘am hearing’)
Ex. I can smell something burning. (Not, ‘am smelling’)
Ex. I know her from her childhood. (Not, ‘am knowing’)
#Verbs of possession – The main verbs showing possession are generally not used in ‘– ing’ form or continuous tense.
Ex. I have an excellent collection of books. (Not, ‘am having’)
If clause – The ‘if clause’ cannot be in future tense of any type. It can be in simple or perfect tense.
Ex. If I am free, I will join you for the movie. (Not, ‘if I will be free...’)
