Common English Mistakes by Slovak Speakers

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

Category:Technical & Scientific Writing
Writing for scientific and technical subjects.
Common Users:Engineers, Scientists, Tech Writers.
Mistake Example #1

Technical & Scientific Writing / Engineering Specification

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

The deviceis designed to operate under extreme temperatures. It is crucial to ensure all components are tested thoroughly before assembly. Specification requires that thematerial withstands pressure up to 5000 psi.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"I added some necessary words and made a couple of other changes."

The device is designed to operate under extreme temperatures. It is crucial to ensure all components are tested thoroughly before assembly. Specification requires that the material withstands pressure up to 5000 psi.

The device designed to operate under extreme temperatures. Is crucial to ensure all components are tested thoroughly before assembly. Specification requires that material withstands pressure up to 5000 psi.

Mistake Example #2

Technical & Scientific Writing / Grant Proposal

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

Our project aims to develop innovathive technologyinnovative for renewable energy solutions. The systemproposedsystem will utilize thesolar panelssolar to maximize energy efficiency energy in urban environments. We seek funding to conduct the researchnecessaryresearch and implement the initialprototype initial in the cityof Bratislava. The resultsexpectedresults will contribute significantly to natheional sustainability goals nationaland reduce the dependency on the resourcesnon-renewableresources.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"This was very good! Just a few small changes were needed to put words in the right order. "

Our project aims to develop innovative technology for renewable energy solutions. The proposed system will utilize solar panels to maximize energy efficiency in urban environments. We seek funding to conduct the necessary research and implement the initial prototype in the city of Bratislava. The expected results will contribute significantly to national sustainability goals and reduce dependency on non-renewable resources.

Our project aims to develop the technology innovative for renewable energy solutions. The system proposed will utilize the panels solar to maximize efficiency energy in urban environments. We seek funding to conduct the research necessary and implement the prototype initial in the city Bratislava. The results expected will contribute significantly to the sustainability goals national and reduce the dependency on the resources non-renewable.

Mistake Example #3

Technical & Scientific Writing / Patent Application

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

The invention relates to adevicen innovative device for the purification of water. The filteradvancedfilter is designed toefficiently remove contaminants efficiently,using a uniquemethodunique that enhances the quality of thewater. The systemmodularsystem allows for easy installation and maintenance, making it suitable for both residential and industrial applications.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Some of the word order was incorrect, so I changed it. Good work overall!"

The invention relates to an innovative device for the purification of water. The advanced filter is designed to efficiently remove contaminants using a unique method that enhances the quality of the water. The modular system allows for easy installation and maintenance, making it suitable for both residential and industrial applications.

The invention relates to a device innovative for the purification of water. The filter advanced is designed to remove contaminants efficiently, using a method unique that enhances the quality of water. The system modular allows for easy installation and maintenance, making it suitable for both residential and industrial applications.

Mistake Example #4

Technical & Scientific Writing / Scientific Paper

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

In recent years, the study of renewable energy sources has become increasingly important. I hamve been researching solar energy technologies sincefor three years, and I have observed significant advancements in efficiency. The data collected during this period have shown that solar panels are becoming more cost-effective and accessible for wider use.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Very good! Just a couple of changes to make verb tense consistent."

In recent years, the study of renewable energy sources has become increasingly important. I have been researching solar energy technologies for three years, and I have observed significant advancements in efficiency. The data collected during this period have shown that solar panels are becoming more cost-effective and accessible for wider use.

In recent years, the study of renewable energy sources has become increasingly important. I am researching solar energy technologies since three years, and I have observed significant advancements in efficiency. The data collected during this period have shown that solar panels are becoming more cost-effective and accessible for wider use.

Mistake Example #5

Technical & Scientific Writing / Technical Report

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

The system has been operating continuously sincefor three years, and during this period, we have observed significant improvements in efficiency. However, I have beennoticinged that the software update, wthichat was implemented last month, has not been performing as expected. We harvebeen analyzing the data sincefor several weeks to identify the root cause of the issue.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"This was very good! Just a few small changes were needed to make the sentences more consistent."

The system has been operating continuously for three years, and during this period we have observed significant improvements in efficiency. However, I have noticed that the software update that was implemented last month has not been performing as expected. We have been analyzing the data for several weeks to identify the root cause of the issue.

The system has been operating continuously since three years, and during this period, we have observed significant improvements in efficiency. However, I have been noticing that the software update, which was implemented last month, has not been performing as expected. We are analyzing the data since several weeks to identify the root cause of the issue.

Mistake Example #6

Technical & Scientific Writing / User Manual

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

To assemble the device, first attach the frontpanelfront to the metalframemetal using the screws provided. Ensure that the wireselectricalwires are connected properly to the correctterminalscorrect. Once the assembly iscomplete, plug the cordpowercord into the walloutletwall and switch on the device. If the lightindicatorlight does not illuminate, check the wireconnections wireagain.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Nice work! I just made some corrections to the word order."

To assemble the device, first attach the front panel to the metal frame using the screws provided. Ensure that the electrical wires are connected properly to the correct terminals. Once the assembly is complete, plug the power cord into the wall outlet and switch on the device. If the indicator light does not illuminate, check the wire connections again.

To assemble the device, first attach the panel front to the frame metal using the screws provided. Ensure that the wires electrical are connected properly to the terminals correct. Once the assembly complete, plug the cord power into the outlet wall and switch on the device. If the light indicator does not illuminate, check the connections wire again.

Mistake Example #7

Technical & Scientific Writing / White Paper

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

In this white paper, we arediscussing the advancements in renewable energy technologies that have been developed in Slovakia. Our team ihasbeen working on this project sincefor two years, and we have seen significant progress in solar panel efficiency. The data we collected shows that the new models harve reducinged energy costs by 15% since they awere implemented.

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

"I adjusted some of the verb tenses. Overall, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

In this white paper, we discuss the advancements in renewable energy technologies that have been developed in Slovakia. Our team has been working on this project for two years, and we have seen significant progress in solar panel efficiency. The data we collected shows that the new models have reduced energy costs by 15% since they were implemented.

In this white paper, we are discussing the advancements in renewable energy technologies that have been developed in Slovakia. Our team is working on this project since two years, and we have seen significant progress in solar panel efficiency. The data we collected shows that the new models are reducing energy costs by 15% since they are implemented.