Common Grammar Mistakes You Should Avoid

 

Learning English takes time, and making mistakes is part of the process. In fact, mistakes can be helpful because they show you what you need to practice next.

The good news? Some English grammar mistakes are very common and once you know what to look for, they’re also fairly easy to fix.

Here are 10 mistakes English learners often make, along with some simple ways to remember the correct form.

1. He go or he goes?

❌ He go to work every day.
✓ He goes to work every day.

In the simple present tense, we usually add -s or -es to the verb when the subject is he, she or it.

More examples:

She works downtown.
My brother watches TV after dinner.
It rains a lot in the spring.

Quick tip: Think he, she, it = add the S!

2. I am agree or I agree?

❌ I am agree with you.
✓ I agree with you.

Agree is a verb, so you don't need am before it.

You can simply say:

“I agree.”

“I agree with you.”

“I completely agree.”

3. I have 30 years or I am 30 years old?

❌ I have 30 years.
✓ I am 30 years old.

In English, we use the verb to be when talking about age.

You can also simply say:

“I’m 30.”

Fall in Canada: 15 English Words and Expressions for ESL Learners

Fall is a beautiful time of year in Canada. The days become cooler, the leaves begin to change colour, and suddenly pumpkin-flavoured everything seems to appear!

It’s also a great time to learn some new English.

Whether you are new to Canada, learning English for work or school, or simply want to build your vocabulary, these fall words and expressions will help you talk about the season with more confidence.

Is It Fall or Autumn?

You may hear both words in English.

Fall and autumn refer to the same season. It's the season between summer and winter.

In Canada, you will commonly hear fall in everyday conversation.

For example:

Fall is my favourite season.

We're planning a trip in the fall.

The fall colours are beautiful this year.

You may also hear autumn, particularly in writing or in expressions such as autumn colours.

15 Fall Words to Know

Here are some useful words you may hear during fall in Canada...