Common Mistakes to Avoid When Using “Among” and “Amongst”
As with any grammar rule, there are some common mistakes to avoid when using among and amongst. Here are some of the most common errors:
• Using the wrong word for the type of English you are writing in. For example, using "amongst" in American English.
• Confusing the words with other prepositions such as "amid" and "amidst."
• Misusing the words in the wrong context. For example, using "among" when talking about a single person or thing (unless it is a singular collective noun such as “crowd.”
