Common English Mistakes in Terms & Conditionss by Cantonese Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Cantonese speakers from Hong Kong when writing a Terms & Conditions in English.

Mistake Example #1

Overuse of direct translations from Cantonese

These terms and conditions are for your reference only, and if you have any questions, you can ask us anytime. We will not be responsible for any loss or damage that you may suffer, and you shouldbear your own risk. If you do not agree witho these terms, you should not use our service, and we will not be able to help you.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Very good! Just a couple of changes to make things consistent."

These terms and conditions are for your reference only, and if you have any questions, you can ask us anytime. We will not be responsible for any loss or damage that you may suffer, and you bear your own risk. If you do not agree to these terms, you should not use our service, and we will not be able to help you.

These terms and conditions are for your reference only, and if you have any questions, you can ask us anytime. We will not be responsible for any loss or damage that you may suffer, and you should bear your own risk. If you do not agree with these terms, you should not use our service, and we will not be able to help you.

Mistake Example #2

Overuse of 'very' to emphasize adjectives

These Terms & Conditions are vextremely important for all users. It isvery necessary that you read them very carefully to understand your rights and obligations. If you have any questions, it is verhighly advisable to contact our support team for verydetailed explanations.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking for overuse of the word "very.""

These Terms & Conditions are extremely important for all users. It is necessary that you read them very carefully to understand your rights and obligations. If you have any questions, it is highly advisable to contact our support team for detailed explanations.

These Terms & Conditions are very important for all users. It is very necessary that you read them very carefully to understand your rights and obligations. If you have any questions, it is very advisable to contact our support team for very detailed explanations.

Mistake Example #3

Confusion with countable vs. uncountable nouns ('She has much friends')

These Terms & Conditions isare applicable to all users who access our service. Users must agree to the terms before using the service. There is a large amaounyt of information provided in this document, and users should read it carefully to understand their rights and obligations.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking for countable vs. uncountable nouns."

These Terms & Conditions are applicable to all users who access our service. Users must agree to the terms before using the service. There is a large amount of information provided in this document, and users should read it carefully to understand their rights and obligations.

These Terms & Conditions is applicable to all users who access our service. User must agree to the terms before using the service. There are many information provided in this document, and user should read it carefully to understand their rights and obligations.