Common English Mistakes in Research Papers by Spanish Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Spanish speakers from Spain when writing a Research Paper in English.

Mistake Example #1

Misuse of present continuous ('I am having 30 years of experience' instead of 'I have 30 years of experience')

In this research paper, I am analyzinged the effects of climate change on Mediterranean ecosystems. I amfocusinged on the temperature variations over the last century and how they are impacting the biodiversity in Spain. I am also examininged the role of human activities in accelerating these changes and what measures are being taken to mitigate the effects.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed changes to correct the misuse of present continuous tense."

In this research paper, I analyzed the effects of climate change on Mediterranean ecosystems. I focused on the temperature variations over the last century and how they are impacting the biodiversity in Spain. I also examined the role of human activities in accelerating these changes and what measures are being taken to mitigate the effects.

In this research paper, I am analyzing the effects of climate change on Mediterranean ecosystems. I am focusing on the temperature variations over the last century and how they are impacting the biodiversity in Spain. I am also examining the role of human activities in accelerating these changes and what measures are being taken to mitigate the effects.

Mistake Example #2

Confusion between 'do' and 'make' ('I make a mistake' instead of 'I made a mistake')

In this research paper, we aim to explore the effects of climate change on marine biodiversity. First, we willdo an analysis of the current data available from various sources. It is crucial to makedo a comprehensive review of the literature to understand the existing gaps in research. By doing this, we hope to contribute valuable insights to the scientific community.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"There were some issues with the verbs "do" and "make", so I made some adjustments. Overall, it sounds good!"

In this research paper, we aim to explore the effects of climate change on marine biodiversity. First, we will do an analysis of the current data available from various sources. It is crucial to do a comprehensive review of the literature to understand the existing gaps in research. By doing this, we hope to contribute valuable insights to the scientific community.

In this research paper, we aim to explore the effects of climate change on marine biodiversity. First, we do an analysis of the current data available from various sources. It is crucial to make a comprehensive review of the literature to understand the existing gaps in research. By doing this, we hope to contribute valuable insights to the scientific community.

Mistake Example #3

Direct translations from Spanish ('It makes sense' vs. 'It has sense')

In recent studies, it has been observed thatthe climate change impacts are becoming more evident. It hmakes sense to consider that the increase in global temperatures is directly related witho human activitiesy. The data collected from various sources show that there is a significant rise in carbon emissions, which itmakesit necessary to implement more sustainable practices.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Changes I made were mostly to clear up a few grammar concerns. Nicely done :) "

In recent studies, it has been observed that climate change impacts are becoming more evident. It makes sense to consider that the increase in global temperatures is directly related to human activity. The data collected from various sources show that there is a significant rise in carbon emissions, which makes it necessary to implement more sustainable practices.

In recent studies, it has been observed that the climate change impacts are becoming more evident. It has sense to consider that the increase in global temperatures is directly related with human activities. The data collected from various sources show that there is a significant rise in carbon emissions, which it makes necessary to implement more sustainable practices.