Common English Mistakes in Agreements by Mandarin Chinese Speakers

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

Mistake Example #1

Using overly formal or direct language

This Agreement is to herebyconfirms that Party A and Party B shawill execute the contract withutmost sincerity and without delay. It is imperative that bBoth parties must adhere strictly to the terms and conditions asoutlined in the document, and anyo deviation willnot be tolerated. We anticipate your immediate comopleratiaonce and expect you to fulfill all obligations asstated without anyexception.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Your ideas were clear :) I just made a few small changes to make the writing a little less formal. "

This Agreement confirms that Party A and Party B will execute the contract with sincerity and without delay. Both parties must adhere strictly to the terms and conditions outlined in the document, and no deviation will be tolerated. We anticipate your immediate cooperation and expect you to fulfill all obligations stated without exception.

This Agreement is to hereby confirm that Party A and Party B shall execute the contract with utmost sincerity and without delay. It is imperative that both parties must adhere strictly to the terms and conditions as outlined in the document, and any deviation will not be tolerated. We anticipate your immediate compliance and expect you to fulfill all obligations as stated without any exception.

Mistake Example #2

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

This Agreement ismade betweenthe parties on this day. It is agreed that both parties will fulfill obligations as outlined in this document. It is essential to ensure all terms are met to avoid any disputes.

Text corrected by:
Miss E., Cyprus, Europe

"Please remember to use subjects in your sentences. For example, "This Agreement made between parties on this day." should be "This Agreement is made between the parties on this day" and "Is agreed that" should be "It is agreed that"."

This Agreement is made between the parties on this day. It is agreed that both parties will fulfill obligations as outlined in this document. It is essential to ensure all terms are met to avoid any disputes.

This Agreement made between parties on this day. Is agreed that both parties will fulfill obligations as outlined in this document. Is essential to ensure all terms are met to avoid any disputes.

Mistake Example #3

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

This Agreement is made between the parties to ensure there is aclear understanding ofthe responsibilities. There isare many clauses that need to be followed by both parties. If there isare any questions, please contact the legal department for further assistance.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

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

This Agreement is made between the parties to ensure there is a clear understanding of the responsibilities. There are many clauses that need to be followed by both parties. If there are any questions, please contact the legal department for further assistance.

This Agreement is made between the parties to ensure there is clear understanding of responsibilities. There is many clauses that need to be followed by both parties. If there is any questions, please contact the legal department for further assistance.