English Writing Tips 1. Consistency in the usages of tenses Make sure that you do not switch tenses while conveying the same idea. I went to my friend's house yesterday and we play football. (Incorrect) I went to my friend's house yesterday and we played football. (Correct) I wake up every day at 6 a.m. Then I had breakfast with my parents. (Incorrect) I wake up every day at 6 a.m. Then I have reakfast with my parents. (Correct) 2. Subject Verb Agreement This is one of the most common errors made in written English. It is important to choose the correct word form which agrees with the subject of the sentence. He like Chinese food. (Incorrect) He likes Chinese food. (Correct) Ilivesin Jaipur. (Incorrect) I live in Jaipur. (Correct) 3. Usage of Articles Since many foreign languages do not require the use of articles as much as the English language, this is another common mistake in English writing made by learners. I saw movie yesterday. (Incorrect) I saw a movie yesterday. (Correct) He liked book written by my father. (Incorrect) He liked the book written by my father. (Correct) 4. Capitalization The first word of a sentence and proper nouns usually start with capital letters. he needs to see a Doctor. (Incorrect) He needs to see a doctor. (Incorrect) Will you meet amit tomorrow? (Incorrect) Will you meet Amit tomorrow? (Correct) 6. Placement of Adverbs Some English learners find it confusing to place adverbs correctly within a sentence. I go to the library on Thursday usually. (Incorrect) I usually go to the library on Thursday. (Correct) My son everyday goes to school. (Incorrect) My son goes to school every day. (Correct)