Common English Mistakes in Terms & Conditionss by Italian Speakers

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

Mistake Example #1

Confusing singular and plural nouns

These Terms and Conditions isare applicable to all users who access our service. Each user must agree to the terms before using the service. If any user violates these conditions, the company reserves the right to terminate their account without notice.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Nice work! There were just a few mix-ups between singular and plural nouns."

These Terms and Conditions are applicable to all users who access our service. Each user must agree to the terms before using the service. If any user violates these conditions, the company reserves the right to terminate their account without notice.

These Terms and Condition is applicable to all user who access our service. Each user must agree to the term before using the service. If any user violate these condition, the company reserve the right to terminate their account without notice.

Mistake Example #2

Overuse of passive voice

The user and the company agree to these Terms and Conditions. are agreed upon by the user and tThe company. The services are provided by the company, and the use of the services, is goveranedby these termsgovern their use. AThe parties will resolve any disputes will bunderesolved in accordance with the laws of Italy,. and tThe agreement isbeconmesidered binding upon acceptanceby the useraccepts it.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"I made changes to remove passive voice."

The user and the company agree to these Terms and Conditions. The company provides the services, and these terms govern their use. The parties will resolve any disputes under the laws of Italy. The agreement becomes binding once the user accepts it.

These Terms and Conditions are agreed upon by the user and the company. The services are provided by the company, and the use of the services is governed by these terms. Any disputes will be resolved in accordance with the laws of Italy, and the agreement is considered binding upon acceptance by the user.

Mistake Example #3

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

These Terms and Conditions are valid for all users who access the service. WPlease inform youte that the service is provided as is, and we do not take responsibility for any damages that may occur. If you have questions, please contact us and we will makedo our best to assist you.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Good work overall! I just made some small changes so it would read more naturally."

These Terms and Conditions are valid for all users who access the service. Please note that the service is provided as is, and we do not take responsibility for any damage that may occur. If you have questions, please contact us and we will do our best to assist you.

These Terms and Conditions are valid for all users who access the service. We inform you that the service is provided as is, and we do not take responsibility for any damages that may occur. If you have questions, please contact us and we will make our best to assist you.