Common English Mistakes in Research Papers by Spanish Speakers

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

Mistake Example #1

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

In this study, we analyze the impact of climate change in the region of Yucatán. The data collected over the past five years shows that the temperature has increased significantly, and this has affected the local agriculture. Many farmers express that they have difficulties to adapt to the new conditions, and they havefear that their crops will not survive the next season. It is important to consider these factors when developing strategies to mitigate the effects of climate change in the area.

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

"I removed the word "have" because it isn't necessary. Otherwise, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

In this study, we analyze the impact of climate change in the region of Yucatán. The data collected over the past five years shows that the temperature has increased significantly, and this has affected the local agriculture. Many farmers express that they have difficulties to adapt to the new conditions, and they fear that their crops will not survive the next season. It is important to consider these factors when developing strategies to mitigate the effects of climate change in the area.

In this study, we analyze the impact of climate change in the region of Yucatán. The data collected over the past five years show that the temperature has increased significantly, and this has affected the local agriculture. Many farmers express that they have difficulties to adapt to the new conditions, and they have fear that their crops will not survive the next season. It is important to consider these factors when developing strategies to mitigate the effects of climate change in the area.

Mistake Example #2

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

In recent studies about climate change, it has been observed that the temperature increase is associated with several environmental factors. Researchers from the University of Mexico have focused ion the impact of deforestation ion local ecosystems. The datathey collected suggests that regions with high deforestation rates are more susceptible witho changes in weather patterns, which can lead to severe consequences for biodiversity.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Good work! I changed some of the prepositions and polished it up a bit."

In recent studies about climate change, it has been observed that the temperature increase is associated with several environmental factors. Researchers from the University of Mexico have focused on the impact of deforestation on local ecosystems. The data they collected suggests that regions with high deforestation rates are more susceptible to changes in weather patterns, which can lead to severe consequences for biodiversity.

In recent studies about climate change, it has been observed that the temperature increase is associated with several environmental factors. Researchers from the University of Mexico have focused in the impact of deforestation in local ecosystems. The data collected suggests that regions with high deforestation rates are more susceptible with changes in weather patterns, which can lead to severe consequences for biodiversity.