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i have made a mistake vs i made a mistake

Both of these phrases are correct, but they're used in slightly different contexts. 'I have made a mistake' is used when making a mistake is connected to the present moment or recent past. 'I made a mistake' is used when referring to a mistake made in the past without a specific connection to the present.
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Last updated: August 02, 2024

i have made a mistake

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to a mistake made in the present or recent past.

This phrase is used to admit to a mistake that has been made in the present or a very recent past. It emphasizes the connection of the mistake to the current situation.

Examples:

  • I have made a mistake in my calculations.
  • She has made a mistake in her report.
  • Have you made a mistake in your order?
  • They have made a mistake in the scheduling.
  • We have made a mistake in the address.

Alternatives:

  • I made a mistake
  • I realize I made a mistake
  • I admit I have made a mistake
  • I acknowledge I made a mistake
  • I see I have made a mistake

i made a mistake

This phrase is also correct and commonly used in English when referring to a mistake made in the past without a specific connection to the present.

This phrase is used to admit to a mistake that was made in the past. It does not emphasize the connection of the mistake to the current situation.

Examples:

  • I made a mistake in my previous job.
  • He made a mistake in his decision.
  • She made a mistake in her speech.
  • They made a mistake in their calculations.
  • We made a mistake in our presentation.

Alternatives:

  • I have made a mistake
  • I realize I made a mistake
  • I admit I have made a mistake
  • I acknowledge I made a mistake
  • I see I have made a mistake

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