Common mistake $500 (dollars)
Common Mistakes in English Grammar
Mistake: Using the Currency Symbol with "Dollars"
One common mistake in English grammar is using the currency symbol with the word "dollars."
Incorrect: I paid $500 dollars for the new phone.
Correct: I paid $500 for the new phone.
Explanation: When using the word "dollars" with a specific amount, there is no need to include the currency symbol "$" again. Simply stating the amount, such as "$500," is sufficient.
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$500 (dollars) mistake examples
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Incorrect:She bought it for $55 dollars.Correct:She bought it for 55 dollars.
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Incorrect:She bought it for US$ 55 dollars.Correct:She bought it for US$ 55.
