Common Error

about

'about' is usually over used in Taiwan, especially with verbs. Here are some of the most common errors with 'about':

We need to discuss about the project. = INCORRECT
We need to discuss the project. = CORRECT

She mentioned about her children. = INCORRECT
She mentioned her children. = CORRECT

The article talks about three kinds of forest fire. = INCORRECT
The article is about three kinds of forest fire. = CORRECT