Top 10 English Grammar Mistakes Made by Native Speakers

Top 10 English Grammar Mistakes Made by Native Speakers Introduction: Common Misconceptions Greetings, students! It's a common belief that native English speakers have impeccable grammar. However, that's not always the case. In fact, even native speakers make mistakes. Today, we'll explore the top 10 grammar errors they often encounter. 1. Subject-Verb Agreement One of the most prevalent mistakes is incorrect subject-verb agreement. For instance, saying 'The group of students is going' instead of 'The group of students are going.' Remember, the verb must agree with the subject, even if there are intervening words. 2. Misusing 'Its' and 'It's' Another frequent error is the confusion between 'its' and 'it's.' 'Its' is the possessive form, while 'it's' is a contraction of 'it is' or 'it has.' Mixing them up can lead to confusion in your writing. 3. Incorrect Use of 'Their,' 'There,' and 'They're' The trio of 'their,' 'there,' and 'they're' is often misused. 'Their' indicates possession, 'there' refers to a place, and 'they're' is a contraction of 'they are.' Be cautious when employing these words to avoid errors. 4. Dangling Modifiers