Grammar fix
count on
rely on
To trust someone or something to do what you need or expect.
phrasal verbB1core
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
You can always count on Sarah to help when you need her.
In my opinion, it’s important to have friends you can count on, especially during difficult times.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: You can count on me to helping you.
Say: You can count on me to help you.
'Count on someone TO + base verb' — not '-ing'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Rely upon at all times' is stiff; 'count on someone' is the warm, everyday version.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
count on + person
- me
- you
- him
- us