Common English Mistakes in Policy Briefs by Korean Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Korean speakers from South Korea when writing a Policy Brief in English.

Mistake Example #1

Incorrect word order in complex sentences

In recent years, the importance of renewable energy sources has increased significantly,so the government must prioritize policies that support solar and wind energy development. To achieve this, it is essential that incentives arbe provided to companies investing in these technologies, which will lead to job creation and economic growth. Furthermore, thecollaboration betweenthe public and private sectors should be encouraged, to ensure that the transition to clean energy is both efficient and sustainable.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Just a few minor tweaks to improve flow :) Nice work!"

In recent years, the importance of renewable energy sources has increased significantly, so the government must prioritize policies that support solar and wind energy development. To achieve this, it is essential that incentives be provided to companies investing in these technologies, which will lead to job creation and economic growth. Furthermore, collaboration between the public and private sectors should be encouraged to ensure that the transition to clean energy is both efficient and sustainable.

In recent years, the importance of renewable energy sources has increased significantly, the government must prioritize policies that support solar and wind energy development. To achieve this, it is essential that incentives are provided to companies investing in these technologies, which will lead to job creation and economic growth. Furthermore, the collaboration between public and private sectors should be encouraged, to ensure that the transition to clean energy is both efficient and sustainable.

Mistake Example #2

Confusion with prepositions ('in', 'on', 'at')

The recent policy changes in environmental regulations havwebreen discussed at the meetingon last Friday. It is important to implement these changes in the local communities at the earliest time to ensure compliance with the new standards. We recommend conducting workshops onat the regional offices to educate staff about the updates and their implications.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"I fixed some issues with the prepositions and made a few other small changes. Nicely done!"

The recent policy changes in environmental regulations were discussed at the meeting last Friday. It is important to implement these changes in the local communities at the earliest time to ensure compliance with the new standards. We recommend conducting workshops at the regional offices to educate staff about the updates and their implications.

The recent policy changes in environmental regulations have been discussed at the meeting on last Friday. It is important to implement these changes in the local communities at the earliest to ensure compliance with the new standards. We recommend conducting workshops on the regional offices to educate staff about the updates and their implications.

Mistake Example #3

Omitting articles ('a', 'an', 'the')

In recent years,the government has focused on improving theair quality in urban areas. PThe policy aims to reduce emissions from vehicles and promote the use of public transportation. It is important for citizens to supportthe initiative by using eco-friendly options and participating in community programs.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to add or correct articles ("the," "an," etc.)."

In recent years, the government has focused on improving the air quality in urban areas. The policy aims to reduce emissions from vehicles and promote the use of public transportation. It is important for citizens to support the initiative by using eco-friendly options and participating in community programs.

In recent years, government has focused on improving air quality in urban areas. Policy aims to reduce emissions from vehicles and promote use of public transportation. It is important for citizens to support initiative by using eco-friendly options and participating in community programs.