Common English Mistakes by Slovak Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Slovak speakers from Slovakia when writing in English.

Category:Legal & Formal Writing
Writing used in legal and formal contexts.
Common Users:Lawyers, Paralegals, Law Students.
Mistake Example #1

Legal & Formal Writing / Agreement

Omitting 'it' as a subject in dummy subject sentences ('Is raining' instead of 'It is raining')

This Agreement made on this day between theparties, outlinesthe terms and conditions for cooperation. It is agreed that both parties will contribute the resources necessary for project completion. In case of adispute,it is understood thata resolution will be sought through mediation before any legal action.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to replace missing sentence subjects, among other fixes."

This Agreement made on this day between the parties, outlines the terms and conditions for cooperation. It is agreed that both parties will contribute the resources necessary for project completion. In case of a dispute, it is understood that a resolution will be sought through mediation before any legal action.

This Agreement made on this day between parties, outlines terms and conditions for cooperation. Is agreed that both parties will contribute resources necessary for project completion. In case of dispute, is understood that resolution will be sought through mediation before any legal action.

Mistake Example #2

Legal & Formal Writing / Contract

Incorrect placement of adjectives ('The car red' instead of 'The red car')

This Agreement madeon this day between Company ABC and Client XYZ outlines the terms of the service provision. The firstpartyfirst shall deliver the goods specified in the attachedSchedule Aattached. The equipment necessary for the installation shall be provided by the partysecondparty. The entire contractentire shall be governed by the laws of Slovakia, and any arisingdisputesarising shall be resolved in the courta competentcourt.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Overall your writing was very professional; it just needed a few tweaks to make things consistent. Good job!"

This Agreement made on this day between Company ABC and Client XYZ outlines the terms of the service provision. The first party shall deliver the goods specified in the attached Schedule A. The equipment necessary for the installation shall be provided by the second party. The entire contract shall be governed by the laws of Slovakia, and any arising disputes shall be resolved in a competent court.

This Agreement made this day between Company ABC and Client XYZ outlines the terms of the service provision. The party first shall deliver the goods specified in the Schedule A attached. The equipment necessary for the installation shall be provided by the party second. The contract entire shall be governed by the laws of Slovakia, and any disputes arising shall be resolved in the court competent.

Mistake Example #3

Legal & Formal Writing / Court Document

Struggles with perfect tenses ('I am here since three years')

To the Honorable Judge, I am writing to inform youthat I hamve livinged in this country since I wasfive years old,and I hamve been working atfor the same company since 2018. I am requesting that the courtto consider my situation, as I hamve been contributing to the community sincefor a long timeand. I am hoping for a favorable decision regarding my residency status.

Text corrected by:
Camille, Maryland, USA

"I have corrected the tenses to distinguish between the present tense and the present-perfect tense."

To the Honorable Judge, I am writing to inform you that I have lived in this country since I was five years old, and I have been working for the same company since 2018. I am requesting that the court consider my situation, as I have been contributing to the community for a long time. I am hoping for a favorable decision regarding my residency status.

To the Honorable Judge, I am writing to inform that I am living in this country since five years and I am working at the company since 2018. I am requesting the court to consider my situation as I am contributing to the community since long time and I am hoping for a favorable decision regarding my residency status.

Mistake Example #4

Legal & Formal Writing / Legal Brief

Omitting 'it' as a subject in dummy subject sentences ('Is raining' instead of 'It is raining')

In response to the recent case,it is important to note that the evidence presented lacks substantial support. It is clear from the testimonies that the defendant was not present at the scene during the alleged time of the incident. Therefore, it is our position that the charges should be dismissed due to insufficient proof.

Text corrected by:
Camille, Maryland, USA

"Don't forget to use the word "it" as appropriate, as shown. "

In response to the recent case, it is important to note that the evidence presented lacks substantial support. It is clear from the testimonies that the defendant was not present at the scene during the alleged time of the incident. Therefore, it is our position that the charges should be dismissed due to insufficient proof.

In response to the recent case, is important to note that the evidence presented lacks substantial support. Is clear from the testimonies that the defendant was not present at the scene during the alleged time of the incident. Therefore, is our position that the charges should be dismissed due to insufficient proof.

Mistake Example #5

Legal & Formal Writing / Legal Memo

Struggles with perfect tenses ('I am here since three years')

To: Legal Department Subject: Review of Contractual Obligations I am reviewing the contract between our company and the client, and I hamve fiounding several clauses that need clarification. I hamve been here sincefor two years, and during this time, I have noticed that some terms are not being followed as agreed. It is important that we address these issues to ensure compliance with the legal standards.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking for verb tense issues."

To: Legal Department Subject: Review of Contractual Obligations I am reviewing the contract between our company and the client, and I have found several clauses that need clarification. I have been here for two years, and during this time, I have noticed that some terms are not being followed as agreed. It is important that we address these issues to ensure compliance with the legal standards.

To: Legal Department Subject: Review of Contractual Obligations I am reviewing the contract between our company and the client, and I am finding several clauses that need clarification. I am here since two years, and during this time, I have noticed that some terms are not being followed as agreed. It is important that we address these issues to ensure compliance with the legal standards.

Mistake Example #6

Legal & Formal Writing / Privacy Policy

Incorrect placement of adjectives ('The car red' instead of 'The red car')

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect and use personalinformationpersonal. The data collected from users on thewebsite is stored securely and isonly accessible to employeesauthorizedemployees. We ensure that sensitiveinformationsensitive is protected and not shared with third parties without consentexplicitconsent.

Text corrected by:
Camille, Maryland, USA

"I have corrected the placement of nouns and adjectives in accordance with English grammar rules. "

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect and use personal information. The data collected from users on the website is stored securely and is only accessible to authorized employees. We ensure that sensitive information is protected and not shared with third parties without explicit consent.

This Privacy Policy describe how we collect and use information personal. The data collected from users website is stored securely and only accessible to employees authorized. We ensure that information sensitive is protected and not shared with third parties without consent explicit.

Mistake Example #7

Legal & Formal Writing / Terms & Conditions

Omitting 'it' as a subject in dummy subject sentences ('Is raining' instead of 'It is raining')

These Terms & Conditions apply to theuse of our services. It is important to read carefully before agreeing. By accessing our platform, youagree to comply with all rules and regulations stated herein.

Text corrected by:
Miss E., Cyprus, Europe

"This is mostly well-written. However, be mindful of errors such as the following: "Is important" should be "It is important" and "agree to comply" should be "you agree to comply"."

These Terms & Conditions apply to the use of our services. It is important to read carefully before agreeing. By accessing our platform, you agree to comply with all rules and regulations stated herein.

These Terms & Conditions apply to use of our services. Is important to read carefully before agreeing. By accessing our platform, agree to comply with all rules and regulations stated herein.

Mistake Example #8

Legal & Formal Writing / Will & Testament

Omitting 'it' as a subject in dummy subject sentences ('Is raining' instead of 'It is raining')

This is the last will and testament of me, Jozef Novak, residing in Bratislava, Slovakia. It is my wish that all my propertybe bequeathed to my daughter, Anna Novak. Also important to mention, is my desire that my brother, Peter Novak, beappointed as executor of this will.

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

"It is my wish <-- Don't forget that the subject "it" must be specified."

This is the last will and testament of me, Jozef Novak, residing in Bratislava, Slovakia. It is my wish that all my property be bequeathed to my daughter, Anna Novak. Also important to mention is my desire that my brother, Peter Novak, be appointed as executor of this will.

This is the last will and testament of me, Jozef Novak, residing in Bratislava, Slovakia. Is my wish that all my property bequeathed to my daughter, Anna Novak. Also important to mention, is my desire that my brother, Peter Novak, appointed as executor of this will.