Grammatical Mistakes

16 Grammatical Mistakes So Common That People Don’t Think They’re Mistakes
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Grammar slip-ups happen, even for the most well-versed speakers. These are some of the best (or worse?) grammar fails that are all too common among Americans.

1: You Made the Bed
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A major grammatical mistake Americans make is misusing “lay” and “lie.” You can only use “lay” when there’s a direct object involved, whereas “lie” doesn’t have a direct object. For example, you “lay” a spoon on the table, but you “lie” on a bed.

2: For Example
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People commonly use “E.g.” instead of “i.e.” in sentences, but there’s a nuanced difference. Whereas “e.g.” is used to give examples, “i.e.” is used to specify something. You can think of “i.e.” as “in other words.”

3: A Daily Occurrence
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The words “every day” and “everyday” are confused by English speakers all too often. “Every day” is two separate words with their own meanings, such as “She washes the dishes every day.” In contrast, “everyday” is an adjective referring to something common. For example, “An everyday occurrence.”