Common English Mistakes in Theses by Arabic Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Arabic speakers from Saudi Arabia when writing a Thesis in English.

Mistake Example #1

Overuse of formal expressions ('I am honored to inform you...')

In this thesis, Ia’m honorpleased to inform you tshat thre research cthat I believe honlducted isof utmost significanct value tfor the field of renewable energy. Iti’s with great privileasurge that Io present these findings, which I am chonfidpent will contribute meaningfullyto theongoing advancementwofrknowledge in this area. Ia’m pgriviatefuleged tfohave hadr the opportunity to explore such an important topic, and I am delighted to share the results with the esteemedacademic community.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking for less formal wording."

In this thesis, I’m pleased to share research that I believe holds significant value for the field of renewable energy. It’s a privilege to present these findings, which I hope will contribute meaningfully to ongoing work in this area. I’m grateful for the opportunity to explore such an important topic and to share the results with the academic community.

In this thesis, I am honored to inform you that the research conducted is of utmost significance to the field of renewable energy. It is with great pleasure that I present the findings, which I am confident will contribute to the advancement of knowledge in this area. I am privileged to have had the opportunity to explore such an important topic, and I am delighted to share the results with the esteemed academic community.

Mistake Example #2

Misuse of verb tense (e.g., 'He go to school' instead of 'He goes to school')

In this thesis, I explore how technology impacts education in Saudi Arabia. The study focuses on how students use digital tools to enhance their learning experience. I collect data from various schools and analyze how these tools change the way students learn and interact with information.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Almost perfect :)"

In this thesis, I explore how technology impacts education in Saudi Arabia. The study focuses on how students use digital tools to enhance their learning experience. I collect data from various schools and analyze how these tools change the way students learn and interact with information.

In this thesis, I explore how technology impact education in Saudi Arabia. The study focus on how students use digital tools to enhance their learning experience. I collect data from various schools and analyze how these tools change the way students learn and interact with information.

Mistake Example #3

Confusion between masculine and feminine pronouns

In this thesis, the researcher explores the impact of social media on youth culture in Saudi Arabia. He argues that social media platforms have significantly influenced how young people express thermselfves and interact with others. The study also examines how these platforms have changed the way youth perceive theisr identity and cultural values.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Great job! Very few changes were needed overall."

In this thesis, the researcher explores the impact of social media on youth culture in Saudi Arabia. He argues that social media platforms have significantly influenced how young people express themselves and interact with others. The study also examines how these platforms have changed the way youth perceive their identity and cultural values.

In this thesis, the researcher explores the impact of social media on youth culture in Saudi Arabia. He argues that social media platforms have significantly influenced how young people express herself and interact with others. The study also examines how these platforms have changed the way youth perceive his identity and cultural values.