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Agboola Apooyin
Syntax and Sentence Structure:Non-native speakers might apply word order rules from their first language (e.g., German or Japanese structures), leading to awkward phrasing. Run-on sentences or fragments due to unfamiliarity with English conventions. Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:Misuse of expressions like "take a rain check" or "break the ice," or literal translations of non-English idioms. Phrasal verbs (e.g., "look up to" vs. "look down on") are often confusing. False Friends and Vocabulary Issues:Words with similar forms but different meanings across languages (e.g., Spanish "embarazada" vs. English "embarrassed"). Overly formal or archaic terms used inappropriately. Cultural and Contextual Nuances:Jokes, metaphors, or references that don’t translate well. Unintended meanings from direct translations (e.g., French "Je suis chaud" misinterpreted as slang). Tone and Register Inconsistencies: Mixing:Mixing formal and informal language (e.g., slang in academic writing). Misjudging politeness conventions (e.g., abrupt requests in emails).
There are several challenges in editing/revising texts written by non-native speakers. Non-native speakers might have different issues compared to native speakers, including grammar, sentence structure, Idioms, and phrasal verbs. Some are examined below;
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Edwins Baraza
Editors face challenges like linguistic inaccuracies and cultural nuances while balancing clarity with the author's voice and fostering writer confidence.
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