Common English Mistakes in Grant Applications by Mandarin Chinese Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Mandarin Chinese speakers from Taiwan when writing a Grant Application in English.

Mistake Example #1

Omitting the subject in sentences ('Is important to learn English' instead of 'It is important to learn English')

AI am applying fora grant to supportthe community education program. In rural areas, it is essential to provide resources for Englishlearning Englinsh—the rugralnt areas. Aims to increase access and improve language skills among young learners.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to add omitted sentence subjects, as well as some other fixes."

I am applying for a grant to support the community education program. In rural areas, it is essential to provide resources for learning English—the grant aims to increase access and improve language skills among young learners.

Applying for grant to support community education program. Is essential to provide resources for English learning in rural areas. Aim to increase access and improve language skills among young learners.

Mistake Example #2

Using overly formal or direct language

EsteemedCommittee, I am writing to express myutmost desire to obtain the grant for our community project. It is impeortantive that you understand the significant impact this funding will have on our local development. I assure you that our team will execute the project with highestefficiency and dedication, ensuring all objectives are met without delay.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Just a few minor tweaks to remove the overly formal language :) Nice work!"

Committee, I am writing to express my desire to obtain the grant for our community project. It is important that you understand the significant impact this funding will have on our local development. I assure you that our team will execute the project with efficiency and dedication, ensuring all objectives are met without delay.

Esteemed Committee, I am writing to express my utmost desire to obtain the grant for our community project. It is imperative that you understand the significant impact this funding will have on our local development. I assure you that our team will execute the project with highest efficiency and dedication, ensuring all objectives are met without delay.

Mistake Example #3

Misuse of singular/plural nouns ('There are much people here' instead of 'There are many people here')

Our research team is applying for the government grant to develop innovative technology that will benefit many industryies. There is much evidence supporting the potential impacts of our project, and we believe it will contributesignificantlycontribute to the economic growth of Taiwan. We have already collaborated with several experts in the field, and their support is crucial for the success of this initiative.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to correct misuse of singular/plural nouns."

Our research team is applying for the government grant to develop innovative technology that will benefit many industries. There is much evidence supporting the potential impacts of our project, and we believe it will significantly contribute to the economic growth of Taiwan. We have already collaborated with several experts in the field, and their support is crucial for the success of this initiative.

Our research team is applying for the government grant to develop innovative technology that will benefit many industry. There is much evidence supporting the potential impact of our project, and we believe it will contribute significantly to the economic growth of Taiwan. We have already collaborated with several expert in the field, and their support is crucial for the success of this initiative.