Common English Mistakes in Research Studies by Korean Speakers

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

Mistake Example #1

Incorrect word order in complex sentences

Ina recent study conducted at Seoul National University, it was found that patients with diabetes who regularly exercise,their blood sugar levels improved significantly. Tin patients withdiabetes who exercise resegularchly. team, aAfter analyzing data from over 500 participants,the research team concluded that not only does physical activity help in controlling glucose levels, buit alsoit reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases. These findings, aAlthough preliminary,these findings suggest that lifestyle modifications, they can play a crucial role in themanagiemengt of chronic conditions.

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Michele A., Boston, Massachusetts; United States

"I made some changes to improve fluidity and readability and replaced a word or two to make the English sound more natural. Great job!"

In a recent study conducted at Seoul National University, it was found that the blood sugar levels improved significantly in patients with diabetes who exercise regularly. After analyzing data from over 500 participants, the research team concluded that not only does physical activity help in controlling glucose levels, it also reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Although preliminary, these findings suggest that lifestyle modifications can play a crucial role in the management of chronic conditions.

In recent study conducted at Seoul National University, it was found that patients with diabetes who regularly exercise, their blood sugar levels improved significantly. The research team, after analyzing data from over 500 participants, concluded that not only does physical activity help in controlling glucose levels, but also it reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases. These findings, although preliminary, suggest that lifestyle modifications, they can play a crucial role in managing chronic conditions.

Mistake Example #2

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

Ina recent study conducted atthe Seoul National University, researchers examined theeffects ofa new drug on patients with chronic pain. SThe study involved 100 participants who were given medication over aperiod of six months. RThe results showeda significant improvement in patient symptoms, suggesting thepotential forthe drug to becomean important treatment option in thefuture.

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

"I added articles before some of the nouns. Otherwise, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

In a recent study conducted at the Seoul National University, researchers examined the effects of a new drug on patients with chronic pain. The study involved 100 participants who were given medication over a period of six months. The results showed a significant improvement in patient symptoms, suggesting the potential for the drug to become an important treatment option in the future.

In recent study conducted at Seoul National University, researchers examined effects of new drug on patients with chronic pain. Study involved 100 participants who were given medication over period of six months. Results showed significant improvement in patient symptoms, suggesting potential for drug to become important treatment option in future.

Mistake Example #3

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

Ina recent study conducted at Seoul National University, we examined the effects ofa new medication on patients with chronic pain. The participants were monitored in regular intervals to assess changes in their condition. Results indicated significant improvement in symptoms onf patients who received the treatment, compared to those in thecontrol group. Further research is needed to confirm thefindings and explore the potential side effects inof long-term use.

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Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some corrections for improper prepositional phrasing."

In a recent study conducted at Seoul National University, we examined the effects of a new medication on patients with chronic pain. The participants were monitored in regular intervals to assess changes in their condition. Results indicated significant improvement in symptoms of patients who received the treatment, compared to those in the control group. Further research is needed to confirm the findings and explore the potential side effects of long-term use.

In recent study conducted at Seoul National University, we examined the effects of new medication on patients with chronic pain. The participants were monitored in regular intervals to assess changes in their condition. Results indicated significant improvement in symptoms on patients who received the treatment, compared to those in control group. Further research is needed to confirm findings and explore potential side effects in long-term use.