Are you a Bangladeshi student or professional struggling to sound natural in English? You’re not alone. Due to Bangla-to-English direct translation and differences in sentence structure, many learners make the same grammar mistakes over and over. But here’s the truth: fixing just 10 common errors can instantly boost your IELTS Writing/Speaking score, job interviews, and daily communication.
In this 2025 updated guide, we reveal the most frequent grammar mistakes Bangladeshi learners make—with real examples, Bangla explanations, and easy fixes. Let’s turn your “Banglish” into fluent English!
Why Bangladeshi Learners Make These Mistakes
| Bangla Influence | English Challenge |
|---|---|
| No articles (একটা, দ্য) | Forgetting a/an/the |
| Verb tense is context-based | Overusing present tense |
| Subject often omitted | Missing I/he/she |
| Adjective after noun | Wrong word order |
Don’t worry—awareness is the first step to perfection.
Mistake #1: Missing Articles (a, an, the)
Wrong: I go to university every day. Why? In Bangla, we say “আমি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ে যাই”—no article needed. Correct:
- I go to a university. (any university)
- I go to the university. (specific one)
Rule: Use a/an for countable singular nouns first time. Use the when both know which one.
Mistake #2: Wrong Tense Usage
Wrong: Yesterday I go to market. Bangla Thinking: “গতকাল আমি বাজার গেছি” → present tense feels natural. Correct: Yesterday I went to the market.
Quick Fix Table:
| Time Word | Tense |
|---|---|
| Yesterday, last week | Past Simple |
| Every day, usually | Present Simple |
| Now, at the moment | Present Continuous |
Mistake #3: Omitting Subject
Wrong: Went to school late. Bangla Habit: “স্কুলে দেরি করে গেছি” → subject implied. Correct: I went to school late.
Rule: English always needs a subject (except imperatives).
Mistake #4: Wrong Word Order (Adjective + Noun)
Wrong: I have book red. Bangla: “আমার লাল বই আছে” → adjective after noun. Correct: I have a red book.
Golden Order: Opinion → Size → Color → Noun Example: a beautiful small red book
Mistake #5: Using “Since/For” Wrong
Wrong: I am learning English since 5 years. Correct:
- I have been learning English for 5 years. (duration)
- I have been learning English since 2020. (starting point)
Memory Trick:
- For = period (5 years, 2 hours)
- Since = point (2020, Monday)
Mistake #6: Double Verbs in One Clause
Wrong: I want that you help me. Bangla: “আমি চাই তুমি আমাকে সাহায্য কর” → two verbs. Correct: I want you to help me.
Fix: Use to + base verb after want, need, would like.
Mistake #7: Wrong Preposition
Wrong: I am agree with you. Correct: I agree with you. Wrong: Discuss about the problem. Correct: Discuss the problem.
No-Preposition Verbs: discuss, marry, reach, enter
Mistake #8: Misusing “Been To”
Wrong: I have been to London last year. Correct: I went to London last year. Use “been to” only with Present Perfect for experience: ✅ I have been to London (in my life).
Mistake #9: Wrong Question Formation
Wrong: Where you are going? Bangla: “তুমি কোথায় যাচ্ছ?” → verb before subject. Correct: Where are you going?
Formula: Wh-word + Auxiliary + Subject + Verb?
Mistake #10: Overusing “Will” for Future
Wrong: I call you when I will reach. Correct: I’ll call you when I reach.
Rule: In time clauses (when, after, before), use present tense for future.
Bonus: Top 5 Bangladeshi “Banglish” Phrases to Avoid
| Banglish | Correct English |
|---|---|
| Long time no see | It’s been a long time! |
| What is your good name? | What is your name? |
| I am coming just now | I’m coming right now |
| He is my cousin brother | He is my cousin |
| Give me a missed call | Call me and hang up |
How to Fix These Mistakes (Action Plan)
- Record yourself speaking → identify 2 mistakes daily
- Use Grammarly or LanguageTool for writing
- Practice with a partner: Correct each other
- Read aloud from BBC Learning English
- Take weekly quizzes on British Council website
