Common English Mistakes in Essays by Spanish Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Spanish speakers from Mexico when writing a Essay in English.

Mistake Example #1

Direct translation of Spanish expressions ('I have 25 years' instead of 'I am 25 years old')

In this essay, I want to discuss the importance of education in our lives. Many people think that education is only about getting good grades, but I havem 25 yearsold, and I believe it is much more than that. Education helps us to open our minds and understand the world better. In Mexico, we say that "the one who does not risk, does not win," which means that taking chances in learning can lead to great opportunities.

Text corrected by:
Michele A., Boston, Massachusetts; United States

"I just replaced a word or two to make the English sound more natural. Overall, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

In this essay, I want to discuss the importance of education in our lives. Many people think that education is only about getting good grades, but I am 25 years old, and I believe it is much more than that. Education helps us to open our minds and understand the world better. In Mexico, we say that "the one who does not risk, does not win," which means that taking chances in learning can lead to great opportunities.

In this essay, I want to discuss the importance of education in our lives. Many people think that education is only about getting good grades, but I have 25 years and I believe it is much more than that. Education helps us to open our minds and understand the world better. In Mexico, we say that "the one who does not risk, does not win," which means that taking chances in learning can lead to great opportunities.

Mistake Example #2

Misuse of prepositions ('Married with' instead of 'Married to')

In this essay, I will discuss the importance of education in modern society. Many people in Mexico are married witho their careers, dedicating significant time and effort to achieve success. Education provides individuals with the toolsnecessarytools to navigate the complexities of the professional world, and it is essential for those who wish to be married witho their goals and aspirations.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Just a few minor tweaks to strengthen the essay and insert the right prepositions :) Nice job! "

In this essay, I will discuss the importance of education in modern society. Many people in Mexico are married to their career, dedicating significant time and effort to achieve success. Education provides individuals with the tools necessary to navigate the complexities of the professional world, and it is essential for those who wish to be married to their goals and aspirations.

In this essay, I will discuss the importance of education in modern society. Many people in Mexico are married with their careers, dedicating significant time and effort to achieve success. Education provides individuals with the necessary tools to navigate the complexities of the professional world, and it is essential for those who wish to be married with their goals and aspirations.

Mistake Example #3

Overuse of present continuous ('I am going to the school every day' instead of 'I go to school every day')

In my essay, I amdiscussing how education is important for the development of society. I ambelievinge that when students aregoing tothe school every day, they are learning not only academic subjects, but also social skills. In Mexico, we arehighly valuinge educationhighly, and I amseeing many families who are supporting their children to achieve their dreams through education.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"It needed some changes to the verb tense. Nice work overall!"

In my essay, I discuss how education is important for the development of society. I believe that when students go to school every day, they are learning not only academic subjects, but also social skills. In Mexico, we highly value education, and I see many families who are supporting their children to achieve their dreams through education.

In my essay, I am discussing how education is important for the development of society. I am believing that when students are going to the school every day, they are learning not only academic subjects but also social skills. In Mexico, we are valuing education highly, and I am seeing many families who are supporting their children to achieve their dreams through education.