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he is error
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "he is error" is not correct in standard written English.
It is not a usable expression as it does not convey a clear or grammatically correct meaning. Example: "In the context of programming, one might say, 'When he is error, the system fails to function properly.'"
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Alternative expressions(7)
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57 human-written examples
She even thanked a columnist for calling it to her attention, without pointing out that it isn't as if he is error-free himself.
News & Media
(out of 10) 8 LONG RUN (Nicky Henderson) Gold Cup and dual King George winner would be becoming the first to ever collect all three prizes if scoring at Aintree, but must be a big question mark of him completing as he is error-prone.
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Mils Muliaina, the New Zealand full-back, may have looked the part with ball in hand, but not even he was error-free.
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Where there is error, may he bring bullshit.
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Expressiveness is error.
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He is in error: the past participle of the verb drag is dragged, not drug.
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For realists, he is in error about some true moral value.
Science
He is quite error free and, if you have 15 players who make few basic mistakes, you are going to give yourselves a chance.
News & Media
In conclusion, he emphasized, "It would be ERROR, and frankly, promoting miscarriage of justice, if the state were allowed to argue that to the jury".
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He said usage of the agency was "complementary to local teams" and, while he acknowledged that there could be errors, he again reiterated that Grab is keen to establish a system of working with Thailand's OSM community.
News & Media
Kuroda made six errors in his first three seasons in the majors, so he is averaging one error a year.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using the phrase "he is error" in formal or informal writing. It is grammatically incorrect and can lead to confusion. Instead, use more conventional alternatives such as "he is mistaken" or "he is wrong".
Common error
Do not confuse nouns with states of being. Saying "he is error" incorrectly equates a person (subject) with the abstract concept of "error" (predicate). A correct sentence would use an adjective or adjectival phrase to describe his state, such as "he is mistaken".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "he is error" does not function grammatically in standard English. Ludwig AI indicates this is not a usable expression. It fails to properly connect a subject with a predicate, resulting in an ungrammatical construction.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "he is error" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided in both formal and informal writing. As Ludwig AI confirms, the expression doesn't follow standard English rules and conveys no clear meaning. Alternatives such as "he is mistaken", "he is wrong", or "he is in error" are recommended for conveying the intended meaning more effectively.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
he is mistaken
Replaces "error" with the adjective "mistaken", indicating a state of being incorrect in one's belief or judgment.
he is wrong
Uses the adjective "wrong" instead of "error", providing a simpler and more direct way to express incorrectness.
he is incorrect
Employs the adjective "incorrect" to convey the idea that someone is not right or accurate.
he is in the wrong
Indicates that someone is at fault or responsible for an error or mistake.
he is at fault
Focuses on the aspect of being responsible for an error or mistake.
he is culpable
Uses a more formal term, "culpable", to suggest blameworthiness or responsibility for wrongdoing.
he is blameworthy
Replaces "error" with the adjective "blameworthy", clarifying that one deserves blame.
he has made a mistake
Shifts the focus to the action of making a mistake, rather than equating the person with the error itself.
he erred
Uses the verb "erred" to denote the action of making an error.
he is laboring under a misapprehension
Emphasizes that he is not at fault, but he is suffering from an honest misunderstanding of facts.
FAQs
Is the phrase "he is error" grammatically correct?
No, the phrase "he is error" is grammatically incorrect. It does not follow standard English grammar rules and is not a recognized expression.
What can I say instead of "he is error"?
You can use alternatives such as "he is mistaken", "he is wrong", or "he is incorrect" depending on the intended meaning.
Which is correct, "he is error" or "he is in error"?
While "he is error" is incorrect, "he is in error" is grammatically acceptable, although less common than alternatives like "he is mistaken" or "he is wrong".
What is the difference between "he is error" and "he made an error"?
"He is error" is grammatically incorrect. "He made an error" is a correct way to say that someone committed a mistake.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
60%
Authority and reliability
1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested