Common English Mistakes by Ukrainian Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Ukrainian speakers from Ukraine when writing in English.

Category:Student
Personal writing used for admissions and transfer letters.
Common Users:Students of various disciplines.
Mistake Example #1

Student / Admission Essay

Confusion with word order ('Always I go to the store' instead of 'I always go to the store')

AI am applying to your esteemed university, I amnd very excitedvery much about the opportunity to study computer science. AlwaysI havealways been fascinated by technology and how it can solve problems in our world. In Ukraine, my passion for learning and innovation has driven me to activelyparticipateactively in various tech competitions.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some fixing to correct word order problems, and other tweaks."

I am applying to your esteemed university and very excited about the opportunity to study computer science. I have always been fascinated by technology and how it can solve problems in our world. In Ukraine, my passion for learning and innovation has driven me to actively participate in various tech competitions.

Applying to your esteemed university, I am excited very much about the opportunity to study computer science. Always I have been fascinated by technology and how it can solve problems in our world. In Ukraine, my passion for learning and innovation has driven me to participate actively in various tech competitions.

Mistake Example #2

Student / Personal Statement

Skipping articles ('I bought car' instead of 'I bought a car')

I am applying tothis university to study computer science. I have always been fascinated by technology and how it can solve problems. In school, I participated in acoding club where I developed skills in programming. I believe that studying at your institution will provide me with anopportunity to further my knowledge and achieve my career goals.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Just a few small changes were needed to correct the text. Otherwise it sounds great!"

I am applying to this university to study computer science. I have always been fascinated by technology and how it can solve problems. In school, I participated in a coding club where I developed skills in programming. I believe that studying at your institution will provide me with an opportunity to further my knowledge and achieve my career goals.

I am applying to university to study computer science. I have always been fascinated by technology and how it can solve problems. In school, I participated in coding club where I developed skills in programming. I believe that studying at your institution will provide me with opportunity to further my knowledge and achieve my career goals.

Mistake Example #3

Student / Transfer Essay

Confusion with word order ('Always I go to the store' instead of 'I always go to the store')

When I was a child, IalwaysI dreamed of studying abroad to experience different cultures and education systems. Now, as I prepare to transfer to a university in the United States, I am excited to embrace new opportunities and challenges. In my current university, IoftenI participate in student clubs and activities, which have helped me develop leadership skills and a global perspective.

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

"I rearranged the order of some words to make the English sound more natural. Otherwise, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

When I was a child, I always dreamed of studying abroad to experience different cultures and education systems. Now, as I prepare to transfer to a university in the United States, I am excited to embrace new opportunities and challenges. In my current university, I often participate in student clubs and activities, which have helped me develop leadership skills and a global perspective.

When I was a child, always I dreamed of studying abroad to experience different cultures and education systems. Now, as I prepare to transfer to a university in the United States, I am excited to embrace new opportunities and challenges. In my current university, often I participate in student clubs and activities, which have helped me develop leadership skills and a global perspective.