Common English Mistakes in Reddit Posts by Korean Speakers

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

Mistake Example #1

Incorrect word order in complex sentences

I recently watched a movie that so muchI enjoyed, tso much. The story was very touching and the characters were well developedwere. It made me think about how important it is tosometimes slow down and appreciate the little things in lifesometimes, which often we forget. Has anyone else seen it, and what did you think about the ending,. It was surprisingit was, right?

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"I fixed some issues with the word order and made some additional changes. Nice work!"

I recently watched a movie that I enjoyed so much. The story was very touching and the characters were well developed. It made me think about how important it is to slow down and appreciate the little things in life sometimes, which often we forget. Has anyone else seen it, and what did you think about the ending. It was surprising, right?

I recently watched a movie that so much I enjoyed, the story was very touching and the characters well developed were. It made me think about how important it is to sometimes slow down and appreciate the little things in life, which often we forget. Has anyone else seen it and what did you think about the ending, surprising it was, right?

Mistake Example #2

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

I went to the concert inlast night, and it was amazing! The band played all my favorite songs, and everyone was dancing ton the music. I met my friends at the entrance, and we had a great time together inat the show.

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

"I just replaced a word or two to make the English sound more natural. Overall, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

I went to the concert last night, and it was amazing! The band played all my favorite songs, and everyone was dancing to the music. I met my friends at the entrance, and we had a great time together at the show.

I went to the concert in last night and it was amazing! The band played all my favorite songs, and everyone was dancing on the music. I met my friends at the entrance, and we had a great time together in the show.

Mistake Example #3

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

I recently watcheda movie that everyone is talking about, and I have to say, it was amazing! SThe story was so engaging, andthe characters felt very real. If you haven't seen it yet, I highly recommend giving it atry.

Text corrected by:
Camille, Maryland, USA

"Don't forget to use articles."

I recently watched a movie that everyone is talking about, and I have to say, it was amazing! The story was so engaging, and the characters felt very real. If you haven't seen it yet, I highly recommend giving it a try.

I recently watched movie that everyone is talking about, and I have to say, it was amazing! Story was so engaging, and characters felt very real. If you haven't seen it yet, I highly recommend giving it try.