Common English Mistakes in Self-Help Articles by Spanish Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Spanish speakers from Mexico when writing a Self-Help Article in English.

Mistake Example #1

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

When you arewanting to improve your daily routine, it is important to start with small changes. I amsuggesting tyou wake up early andto practice gratitude every morning. By doing this, you arewill feeling more positive and you arewill havinge more energy throughout the day.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Very good! It just needed a few changes to the verb tense."

When you want to improve your daily routine, it is important to start with small changes. I suggest you wake up early and practice gratitude every morning. By doing this, you will feel more positive and you will have more energy throughout the day.

When you are wanting to improve your daily routine, it is important to start with small changes. I am suggesting to wake up early and to practice gratitude every morning. By doing this, you are feeling more positive and you are having more energy throughout the day.

Mistake Example #2

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

In the journey of self-improvement, it is important to remember that I havem 25 yearsold, and with each year, I learn something new about myself. When I amfeeling stressed, I take a moment to breathe deeply and remind myself that I havem hungery for knowledge and growth. Embracing these moments helps me to live more fully and appreciate the small joypleasures thatin lifegives me.

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

"I just replaced a few words to make the English sound more natural. Otherwise, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

In the journey of self-improvement, it is important to remember that I am 25 years old, and with each year, I learn something new about myself. When I am feeling stressed, I take a moment to breathe deeply and remind myself that I am hungry for knowledge and growth. Embracing these moments helps me to live more fully and appreciate the small pleasures in life.

In the journey of self-improvement, it is important to remember that I have 25 years and with each year, I learn something new about myself. When I feel stressed, I take a moment to breathe deeply and remind myself that I have hunger for knowledge and growth. Embracing these moments helps me to live more fully and appreciate the small joys that life gives me.

Mistake Example #3

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

IOn the journey of self-improvement, it is important to be patient with yourself and understand that progress comes with time. Many people are married witho the idea of instant success, but true growth happens gradually. Remember to be kind witho yourself and celebrate small victories, as they are the building blocks of larger achievements.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Very good! Just a couple of changes to place the correct prepositions where needed."

On the journey of self-improvement, it is important to be patient with yourself and understand that progress comes with time. Many people are married to the idea of instant success, but true growth happens gradually. Remember to be kind to yourself and celebrate small victories, as they are the building blocks of larger achievements.

In the journey of self-improvement, it is important to be patient with yourself and understand that progress comes with time. Many people are married with the idea of instant success, but true growth happens gradually. Remember to be kind with yourself and celebrate small victories, as they are the building blocks of larger achievements.