Common mistake Indian English replacements

Indian English Replacements

When it comes to the English language, there are many regional variations and dialects. One such variation is Indian English, which includes phrases and words that are unique to the country. While it's essential to celebrate the diversity of language, it is also essential to consider using terms that are more universally understood by an international audience. Here are some common Indian English words and expressions and their possible replacements:

1. "\1"

The term "\1" is Indian English. Consider a term that is more suited for an international audience.

2. "\1 \2"

The term "\1 \2" is Indian English. Consider a term that is more suited for an international audience.

3. "Chiefly Indian English or dated British English"

This expression is chiefly Indian English or dated British English. Consider an alternative that is more suited for an international audience.

4. "Chiefly South Asian English"

This word is chiefly South Asian English. Consider an alternative that is more suited for an international audience.

Using more universally understood terms not only makes your writing more accessible to a broader audience but also helps to avoid potential confusion or misinterpretation. It is important to note that language evolves, and what might be acceptable today may change in the future. Staying open to linguistic shifts and embracing inclusive language ensures effective communication across borders and cultures.

Grammar checkers like Linguix can help identify common mistakes and offer suggestions for alternative words or phrases that are more widely accepted in English. With Linguix, you can ensure that your writing is not only grammatically correct but also culturally appropriate and accessible.

Indian English replacements mistake examples

  • Incorrect:
    Thanks for your speedy redressal.

    Correct:
    Thanks for your speedy reparation|compensation|correction|reaction|redress.

  • Incorrect:
    I got an upgradation to premium economy.

    Correct:
    I got an upgrade|enhancement to premium economy.

  • Incorrect:
    He was granted a freeship from the state.

    Correct:
    He was granted a free studentship from the state.

  • Incorrect:
    The press person interviewed the victim.

    Correct:
    The journalist|reporter interviewed the victim.

  • Incorrect:
    The pressperson interviewed the victim.

    Correct:
    The journalist|reporter interviewed the victim.

  • Incorrect:
    The government might prepone these elections so we'd better be prepared.

    Correct:
    The government might advance these elections so we'd better be prepared.

  • Incorrect:
    We need to do the needful.

    Correct:
    We need to do what is necessary|do what is required.

  • Incorrect:
    He is a rowdy-sheeter because he has stolen.

    Correct:
    He is a criminal|lawbreaker because he has stolen.

  • Incorrect:
    The annexure of the technical proposal.

    Correct:
    The appendix|attachment|supplement of the technical proposal.

  • Incorrect:
    The annexures of the technical proposal.

    Correct:
    The appendixes|attachments|supplements of the technical proposal.

  • Incorrect:
    Something went wrong during the updation.

    Correct:
    Something went wrong during the update.

  • Incorrect:
    He did a skilling to learn more about computers.

    Correct:
    He did a training to learn more about computers.

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