Common English Mistakes in Feature Stories by Italian Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Italian speakers from Italy when writing a Feature Story in English.

Mistake Example #1

Using direct translations from Italian (e.g., 'We see us tomorrow' instead of 'See you tomorrow')

In the heart of Rome, the city that never sleeps, we find ourselves in a small café where the aroma of fresh espresso fills the air. The owner, Maria, shetells us about her passion for coffee and how it brings people together. "We seach otheusr every morning here," she says with a smile, "and it is like a big family." As the sun sets, the streets come alive with music and laughter, and Maria's café becomes the place where stories are shared and memories are made.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Very descriptive! I just made some minor changes so the English would sound more natural."

In the heart of Rome, the city that never sleeps, we find ourselves in a small café where the aroma of fresh espresso fills the air. The owner, Maria, tells us about her passion for coffee and how it brings people together. "We each other every morning here," she says with a smile, "and it is like a big family." As the sun sets, the streets come alive with music and laughter, and Maria's café becomes the place where stories are shared and memories are made.

In the heart of Rome, the city that never sleeps, we find ourselves in a small café where the aroma of fresh espresso fills the air. The owner, Maria, she tells us about her passion for coffee and how it brings people together. "We see us every morning here," she says with a smile, "and it is like a big family." As the sun sets, the streets come alive with music and laughter, and Maria's café becomes the place where stories are shared and memories are made.

Mistake Example #2

Overuse of passive voice

In the heart of Rome, a new art exhibition wasopened last week, andit was attended by hundreds of art enthusiastsattended. The gallery was filled with vVibrant colors and innovative piecesfilled the gallery, and it was said that the event was organized to celebrate contemporary Italian artists. TVisitors admired the artworks were admired by visitors, and it was noted that the exhibition wioulld be extended due to popular demand.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Just a few minor tweaks to make the sentences more active :) Nice work!"

In the heart of Rome, a new art exhibition opened last week, and hundreds of art enthusiasts attended. Vibrant colors and innovative pieces filled the gallery, and it was said that the event was organized to celebrate contemporary Italian artists. Visitors admired the artwork, and it was noted that the exhibition would be extended due to popular demand.

In the heart of Rome, a new art exhibition was opened last week, and it was attended by hundreds of art enthusiasts. The gallery was filled with vibrant colors and innovative pieces, and it was said that the event was organized to celebrate contemporary Italian artists. The artworks were admired by visitors, and it was noted that the exhibition will be extended due to popular demand.

Mistake Example #3

Confusing singular and plural nouns

In the heart of Rome, a small bakery is gaining fame for its unique bread. The owner, Maria, says that the secret to her success is the quality of theingredients she uses. Every morning, she selects the finest flour and freshest eggs to create loafves that are both delicious and healthy. Her customers, who come from all over the city, often say that the bread reminds them of their childhood. Maria's passion for baking and her dedication to tradition make her bakery a beloved place in the community.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Sounds nice! I just made a few singular/plural corrections."

In the heart of Rome, a small bakery is gaining fame for its unique bread. The owner, Maria, says that the secret to her success is the quality of the ingredients she uses. Every morning, she selects the finest flour and freshest eggs to create loaves that are both delicious and healthy. Her customers, who come from all over the city, often say that the bread reminds them of their childhood. Maria's passion for baking and her dedication to tradition make her bakery a beloved place in the community.

In the heart of Rome, a small bakery is gaining fame for its unique bread. The owner, Maria, says that the secret to her success is the quality of ingredient she uses. Every morning, she selects the finest flour and freshest egg to create loaf that are both delicious and healthy. Her customer, who come from all over the city, often say that the bread remind them of their childhood. Maria's passion for baking and her dedication to tradition make her bakery a beloved place in the community.