Common English Mistakes in Grammar Exercisess by Arabic Speakers

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

Mistake Example #1

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

Yesterday, I visited my friend who lives in Riyadh. We talked about our plans for the weekend, and he suggested that we go to the beach. I agreed with him because I think it is a good idea to relax after a busy week.

Text corrected by:
Camille, Maryland, USA

"I have just corrected the tenses throughout. Nice job! "

Yesterday, I visited my friend who lives in Riyadh. We talked about our plans for the weekend, and he suggested that we go to the beach. I agreed with him because I think it is a good idea to relax after a busy week.

Yesterday, I visit my friend who live in Riyadh. We talk about our plans for the weekend, and he suggest that we go to the beach. I agree with him because I think it is a good idea to relax after a busy week.

Mistake Example #2

Confusion between masculine and feminine pronouns

In the grammar exercise, the student writes about their family. He says, "My sister is very smart, and she always helps me with my homework. I like to play football with my brother because she is very good at it. When my mother cooks, she makes the best food in the world."

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

"I changed the pronouns from masculine to feminine and vice versa. Otherwise, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

In the grammar exercise, the student writes about their family. He says, "My sister is very smart, and she always helps me with my homework. I like to play football with my brother because he is very good at it. When my mother cooks, she makes the best food in the world."

In the grammar exercise, the student writes about their family. He says, "My sister is very smart, and he always helps me with my homework. I like to play football with my brother because she is very good at it. When my mother cooks, he makes the best food in the world."

Mistake Example #3

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

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Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to sound more native and natural."

I am happy to report that I did the grammar exercises very diligently. Thanks for helping me improve my English skills with these exercises. I look forward to your feedback.

I am honored to inform you that I have completed the grammar exercises with utmost dedication. It is with great pleasure that I express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to enhance my English skills through these exercises. I am looking forward to receiving your esteemed feedback on my progress.