Common English Mistakes in Research Studies by Spanish Speakers

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

Mistake Example #1

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

Ina recent study conducted in Mexico, researchers analyzed the effects of a new medication on patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The participants were divided in two groups, with one group receiving the medication and the other a placebo. RThe results showed that patients who were treated with the medication experienced significant improvements in their blood sugar levels compared witho those in the placebo group. This study highlights the potential benefits of the medication for managing diabetes, although further research is needed to confirm these findings.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"I fixed one of the prepositions and made some stylistic changes. Well done!"

In a recent study conducted in Mexico, researchers analyzed the effects of a new medication on patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The participants were divided in two groups, with one group receiving the medication and the other a placebo. The results showed that patients who were treated with the medication experienced significant improvements in their blood sugar levels compared to those in the placebo group. This study highlights the potential benefits of the medication for managing diabetes, although further research is needed to confirm these findings.

In recent study conducted in Mexico, researchers analyzed the effects of a new medication on patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The participants were divided in two groups, with one group receiving the medication and the other a placebo. Results showed that patients who were treated with the medication experienced significant improvements in their blood sugar levels compared with those in the placebo group. This study highlights the potential benefits of the medication for managing diabetes, although further research is needed to confirm these findings.

Mistake Example #2

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

In this research study, we explore the effects of a new treatment for diabetes that has been developed in Mexico. The participants of the study havre 50 yearsof age on average, and they were selected from various regions to ensure a diverse sample. Our findings suggest that the treatment can significantly reduce blood sugar levels, and we havre confidencet that it will improve the quality of life for many patients.

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

"I changed a few words to different forms to express these ideas correctly."

In this research study, we explore the effects of a new treatment for diabetes that has been developed in Mexico. The participants of the study are 50 years of age on average, and they were selected from various regions to ensure a diverse sample. Our findings suggest that the treatment can significantly reduce blood sugar levels, and we are confident that it will improve the quality of life for many patients.

In this research study, we explore the effects of a new treatment for diabetes that has been developed in Mexico. The participants of the study have 50 years on average, and they were selected from various regions to ensure a diverse sample. Our findings suggest that the treatment can significantly reduce blood sugar levels, and we have confidence that it will improve the quality of life for many patients.

Mistake Example #3

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

In this research study, we are examining how patients areresponding to the new treatment for diabetes. We arecollectinged data from various clinics, and we are analyzing the results to understand the effectiveness. The participants arecominge to the clinic every week, and we are observing their progress closely.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"I made a few changes to the verb tense. Nice work!"

In this research study, we are examining how patients respond to the new treatment for diabetes. We collected data from various clinics, and we are analyzing the results to understand the effectiveness. The participants come to the clinic every week, and we are observing their progress closely.

In this research study, we are examining how patients are responding to the new treatment for diabetes. We are collecting data from various clinics, and we are analyzing the results to understand the effectiveness. The participants are coming to the clinic every week, and we are observing their progress closely.