Friends— Part 1 Informe

Sugerencia: Be more concise and correct grammar. Start with a clear topic sentence (Yes, I have a close friend from high school), then give one or two specific details using linking words (for example, because / we often). Avoid redundancy and keep to 3–4 sentences. Correct small grammar errors (e.g., “an high” → “a high”).

Ejemplo: Yes, I have a close friend from high school whom I consider like a brother. We enjoy working on motorcycles and cars together, and we often hang out in the park or grab meals. Because we share many hobbies, our friendship has stayed strong over the years.

Sugerencia: Organize into one clear opening sentence and then add specific examples with linking words. Use correct verb forms and remove unnecessary words (e.g., “used to” implies past—use present if it’s current). Keep to 3–4 sentences and be specific about places and activities.

Ejemplo: We usually spend time outdoors doing activities together. For example, we often hike in the nearby mountains, visit cafés, and go on motorcycle or bike rides. Sometimes we also have car meets or spend the day at the beach.

Sugerencia: Begin with a direct answer and then add one or two concrete details. Use natural phrasing and correct grammar (e.g., “one of our friends' houses” and avoid repeating verbs). Use linking words like “usually” or “often.”

Ejemplo: We usually meet at a friend’s house that is near my home. Often we hang out there, chat and laugh together, and sometimes we go out for a drink afterwards.

Sugerencia: Clarify time frames and use correct linking phrases. Start with a topic sentence (Yes, I used to go out often), then contrast past and present using linking words (however, now). Avoid repetition and fix grammar (e.g., “night rides,” “I have a child so I don’t go out as much”).

Ejemplo: Yes — I used to go out with my friends almost every day when I was single. However, now that I have a child and family responsibilities, I rarely go out and I prioritize my wife and family time.

Sugerencia: Provide a clear topic sentence about importance, then give specific reasons with linking words. Use natural expressions (e.g., “They help me relax and reduce stress”) and correct grammar and tense. Keep it concise and avoid vague quantifications like “almost half of my life.”

Ejemplo: Friends are very important to me because they help me relax and lift my mood. For instance, spending time with them reduces my stress and gives me enjoyment during difficult times.

Sugerencia: Start with a clear direct answer (I prefer one friend) and then give a brief reason with a linking word (because). Use natural vocabulary (e.g., “recharge” instead of “drain my energy immediately,” “relax” instead of “leisure”). Combine similar ideas into fewer sentences.

Ejemplo: I prefer spending time with one friend rather than a group because large gatherings drain my energy. When I’m with a single friend, I can relax and have deeper conversations.

Sugerencia: Provide a concise direct answer (Yes or No) and explain with one or two clear reasons. Fix awkward phrases (“spare the invitation,” “barge in”) and remove unclear or irrelevant details (e.g., “band that is not representable”). Use linking words like “so” or “therefore.”

Ejemplo: Yes, my friends often come to my house without a formal invitation. We usually hang out, sing karaoke and have drinks together, so my home is a relaxed social place for us.

Sugerencia: Answer directly and give specific contrasting examples using linking words (for example, previously... now...). Avoid vague statements and correct grammar (e.g., “priorities change,” “there is a big difference”).

Ejemplo: Yes, there is a big difference. Previously we met at cafés, mountains or for late-night rides, but now we usually meet at each other’s homes or choose quieter places because we have family and work commitments.

Sugerencia: Start with a clear general statement and then give specific reasons with linking words (for example, because / so). Use natural grammar and phrasing (e.g., “suitable places depend on the mood or purpose” and “for groups we choose restaurants”). Keep it concise and concrete.

Ejemplo: Suitable meeting places depend on the mood and purpose. For example, a large group might meet in a restaurant for convenience, while a one-on-one meeting is better at a quiet café or at home for a private conversation.

× Although I do not have what I can call a childhood friend, but I have an high school friend and his name was.

✓ Although I do not have what I can call a childhood friend, I have a high school friend and his name is...

Error: incorrect article 'an' before consonant sound and unnecessary conjunction 'but' after 'although'. Use 'a' before 'high' (consonant sound). Also 'although' already introduces contrast so remove 'but'. Finally use present tense 'is' if the friend still exists; 'was' implies he no longer exists. Suggestion: 'Although I do not have what I can call a childhood friend, I have a high school friend and his name is ...'. Replace 'an' with 'a', drop 'but', and use correct tense for 'is/was' depending on context.

× Hence we are both alike.

✓ We are very similar.

'Hence' is unnatural here and 'both alike' is redundant/awkward. Use 'We are very similar' or 'We are like brothers'. Suggestion: choose clear adjective 'similar' or phrase 'like brothers'.

× We are like brothers and we like to eat together.

✓ We are like brothers and we like eating together.

Both forms 'like to eat' and 'like eating' are acceptable; no strict error, but parallelism with next verbs that use -ing (eating, fixing, hanging out) is smoother. Suggestion: use 'like eating together' to match style.

× We have a bond when it comes to fixing our motorcycles, fixing our cars, hanging out in the park.

✓ We have a bond when it comes to fixing our motorcycles and cars, and hanging out in the park.

Repetition of 'fixing' is unnecessary; combine nouns with one verb. Use conjunction 'and' before last item. Suggestion: streamline list to avoid repetition.

× What we usually do with my friends is that we used to hang out in a mountain spot like Cafe or Reviews and also doing hiking.

✓ What I usually do with my friends is hang out at mountain spots like cafes or rivers and go hiking.

Problems: tense/mismatch 'used to' implies past but question asks habitual present; 'with my friends' vs 'what we usually do with my friends is that we used to' is ungrammatical. Use base verb after 'is' (is hang out). Preposition 'at' for places; plural 'cafes'; 'Reviews' likely intended 'rivers'. Use 'go hiking' not 'doing hiking'. Suggestion: use present habitual: 'What I usually do with my friends is hang out at mountain spots like cafes or rivers and go hiking.'

× We also have a routine when it comes to having a bike rides, motorcycle rides or even car meet.

✓ We also have a routine when it comes to bike rides, motorcycle rides, or even car meets.

Remove extra article 'a' before plural 'bike rides'. Use plural 'meets' for car meet events. Suggestion: 'bike rides' (no 'a') and plural 'car meets'.

× We also get to go to the beach.

✓ We also go to the beach.

'Get to go' implies permission/opportunity; in habitual context simple present 'go' is clearer. Suggestion: use 'go to the beach' for routines.

× We do meet in one of our friends house which is just near in my home.

✓ We meet at one of our friend's houses, which is just near my home.

Use 'meet at' for locations, possessive 'friend's', plural 'houses' or 'friend's house' singular, and remove extra 'in'. Place 'near my home' without 'in'. Suggestion: 'We meet at one of our friend's houses, which is just near my home.'

× We also go hang out.

✓ We also hang out there.

'Go hang out' is colloquial; better 'hang out' or 'go to hang out there'. For clarity use 'hang out there'. Suggestion: use 'hang out' for present habit.

× We also do talkings, laughing and even going for a drink.

✓ We also talk, laugh, and even go for a drink.

'Talkings' is not a noun in this context; use verbs 'talk' and 'laugh'. Maintain parallel structure: verbs in base form. Suggestion: 'talk, laugh, and even go for a drink.'

× Before, when I was still single, I used to hang out with my friends almost every day.

✓ Before, when I was single, I used to hang out with my friends almost every day.

Original is mostly correct but 'was still single' is acceptable; simplified to 'was single'. 'Used to' correctly indicates past habit. Suggestion: keep 'used to' for past habits.

× We had to drink, have to go for a night rides.

✓ We would drink and go for night rides.

'Had to' and 'have to' imply obligation; intended meaning likely habitual past 'would'. Also 'night rides' plural no article. Suggestion: use 'would drink and go for night rides' to describe past habits.

× But now and I have a child so unfortunately I don't hang out with them anymore.

✓ But now I have a child, so unfortunately I don't hang out with them anymore.

Remove extra conjunction 'and' after 'now'. Add comma before 'so'. Suggestion: 'But now I have a child, so I don't hang out with them anymore.'

× Because I have my priorities here, I will prioritize my wife.

✓ Because I have priorities now, I prioritize my wife.

'My priorities here' is awkward; 'prioritize my wife' better in present simple for general current preference. Avoid 'will' which suggests future. Suggestion: 'I prioritize my wife'.

× Almost half of my life were built properly because my friends.

✓ Almost half of my life was built properly because of my friends.

Subject 'half' (portion) takes singular verb 'was'. Also include 'of' after 'because' to form 'because of my friends'. Suggestion: use singular verb and 'because of'.

× They were the reason I get to enjoy myself.

✓ They were the reason I got to enjoy myself.

Tense inconsistency: 'were' (past) with 'get' (present). Use past 'got' to match. Suggestion: align tenses: 'They were the reason I got to enjoy myself.'

× I get to be happy and alleviate my mood and even prevent myself from being stressed.

✓ I was happy, my mood improved, and I was less stressed.

Awkward phrasing and tense mismatch. 'Alleviate my mood' is incorrect; one alleviates stress or improves mood. 'Prevent myself from being stressed' is unnatural. Suggestion: use simple clear phrasing: 'I was happy, my mood improved, and I was less stressed.'

× Well, I do enjoy myself being with my group of friends, but if I were to choose between 1 friend or a group of friends, I will choose to spend time with just one friend for the reason that being with a group of friends will drain my energy immediately.

✓ Well, I enjoy being with my group of friends, but if I were to choose between one friend or a group, I would choose to spend time with just one friend because being with a group drains my energy quickly.

Use consistent tenses and conditional forms: 'if I were to... I would...' not 'I will'. 'Enjoy being' is better than 'do enjoy myself being'. 'One' should be written out. 'Immediately' unnatural; 'quickly' or 'easily' better. Suggestion: use conditional 'would' and present simple for general truths.

× But when I spend with one friend I would leisure.

✓ But when I spend time with one friend I can relax.

'Spend' needs object 'time'. 'Would leisure' is ungrammatical; use 'relax' or 'take it easy'. Suggestion: 'I can relax' or 'I feel more relaxed.'

× Well, spare the invitation.

✓ Well, there's no need for an invitation.

'Spare the invitation' is unnatural. Use 'there's no need for an invitation' or 'they come without invitation'. Suggestion: use clear idiomatic phrases.

× My friends just barge here in my home whenever they want and then hang.

✓ My friends just barge into my home whenever they want and then hang out.

Use 'barge into' not 'barge here in'. Add 'out' to 'hang out'. Suggestion: correct phrasal verbs and prepositions.

× Hang out here they want, do a karaoke, just love each other and drink.

✓ They hang out here, do karaoke, enjoy each other's company, and drink.

Original word order and verbs are awkward. Use parallel verbs and natural phrases: 'do karaoke', 'enjoy each other's company'. Suggestion: maintain parallel structure in lists.

× Even a group of friends.

✓ Even when there is a group of friends.

Fragment; make it a complete clause. Suggestion: integrate into previous sentence.

× We still have that band that is not representable.

✓ We still have a band that is not very well known.

'Not representable' is incorrect collocation. Use 'not well known' or 'not famous'. Suggestion: use appropriate adjective for meaning.

× Well, time flies so fast and our priorities changes and yeah, I can say there's a huge gap, a huge difference between how we meet before and how we meet now.

✓ Well, time flies so fast and our priorities change, and I can say there's a huge difference between how we met before and how we meet now.

Subject-verb agreement: 'priorities change' not 'changes'. Use past 'met' for 'before' and present 'meet' for now. Remove filler 'yeah'. Suggestion: ensure verb agrees with plural subject and tenses match time references.

× For me meet up places do vary with the mood or agenda of a person.

✓ For me, meetup places vary according to a person's mood or agenda.

Use 'vary according to' or 'depend on' rather than 'vary with'. Add comma after 'For me'. Suggestion: 'vary according to a person's mood or agenda.'

× When in a group of friends do have a meeting then they will have meet in a restaurant but it is just a one by one with a friend.

✓ If a group of friends has a meeting, they will meet in a restaurant, but if it's just one-on-one with a friend, they will meet elsewhere.

Original lacks subject-verb agreement and proper conditional structure. Use 'If a group of friends has' (singular collective) or 'If groups of friends meet'. 'One by one' should be 'one-on-one'. Suggestion: use clear if-then structure and correct collocations.