Common English Mistakes in Research Studies by Arabic Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Arabic speakers from United Arab Emirates when writing a Research Study in English.

Mistake Example #1

Overuse of passive voice

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Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to reduce the use of passive voice."

This research study examined the effects of a new medication on blood pressure. Various clinics in the United Arab Emirates supplied the participants, and researchers recorded their blood pressure readings over a period of six months. The medication achieved significant reductions in blood pressure, and researchers monitored side effects closely. They analyzed the results using statistical software, and used the collected data to form their conclusions.

In this research study, the effects of a new medication on blood pressure were examined. The participants were selected from various clinics in the United Arab Emirates, and their blood pressure readings were recorded over a period of six months. It was found that significant reductions in blood pressure were achieved by the medication, and side effects were monitored closely. The results were analyzed using statistical software, and conclusions were drawn based on the data collected.

Mistake Example #2

Misuse of articles ('I have car' instead of 'I have a car')

Ina recent study conducted inthe United Arab Emirates, we examined theimpact ofa new medication on patients with diabetes. The research focused on how thedrug affects blood sugar levels over aperiod of six months. RThe results showeda significant improvement in patient health, with areduction inthe need for insulin injections.

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

"I added articles to this text as needed. Otherwise, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

In a recent study conducted in the United Arab Emirates, we examined the impact of a new medication on patients with diabetes. The research focused on how the drug affects blood sugar levels over a period of six months. The results showed a significant improvement in patient health, with a reduction in the need for insulin injections.

In recent study conducted in United Arab Emirates, we examined impact of new medication on patients with diabetes. The research focused on how drug affects blood sugar levels over period of six months. Results showed significant improvement in patient health, with reduction in need for insulin injections.