Common mistake add an additional (add)

Common Mistakes in English Grammar

English grammar can be confusing, even for native speakers. Many people make common mistakes without even realizing it. In this article, we will discuss some of these mistakes and how to avoid them.

Mistake 1: Using the wrong tense

One common mistake is using the wrong tense in a sentence. For example:

  • Incorrect: I will went to the store yesterday.
  • Correct: I went to the store yesterday.

Make sure to pay attention to verb tenses and use them correctly in your sentences.

Mistake 2: Confusing homophones

Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings. Mixing them up is a common error. For example:

  • Incorrect: Their going to the party too.
  • Correct: They're going to the party too.

Take extra care when using homophones like their/they're/there, your/you're, and its/it's.

Mistake 3: Misusing apostrophes

Apostrophes are often misused, especially when it comes to indicating possession or contractions. Here's an example:

  • Incorrect: The dog's are barking loudly.
  • Correct: The dogs are barking loudly.

Remember, an apostrophe followed by an "s" indicates possession or a contraction, while an apostrophe alone is used in contractions.

Mistake 4: Confusing commonly misspelled words

Some words are frequently misspelled, leading to common mistakes. Here's an example:

  • Incorrect: I recieved your message.
  • Correct: I received your message.

Be careful with words like receive, separate, and definitely, as they are commonly misspelled.

Mistake 5: Run-on sentences

Run-on sentences are sentences that are too long or improperly punctuated. Here's an example:

  • Incorrect: I went to the store I bought some groceries I came home.
  • Correct: I went to the store, bought some groceries, and came home.

Avoid run-on sentences by using proper punctuation and breaking up long sentences into smaller ones.

Don't worry if you find yourself making these mistakes. There are tools available, such as Linguix grammar checker, that can help you identify and correct these errors.

add an additional (add) mistake examples

  • Incorrect:
    How to Add an additional page to a Full Flash Site

    Correct:
    How to Add a page|Add another page to a Full Flash Site

  • Incorrect:
    How can I add an additional clause to the query to consider the number of transactions on the server?

    Correct:
    How can I add a clause|add another clause to the query to consider the number of transactions on the server?

  • Incorrect:
    I'd add a further point and suggest that the events are manipulated to be harder.

    Correct:
    I'd add a point|add another point and suggest that the events are manipulated to be harder.

Linguix Browser extension
Fix your writing
on millions of websites
Linguix pencil
This website uses cookies to make Linguix work for you. By using this site, you agree to our cookie policy