Common English Mistakes in Reddit Posts by Italian Speakers

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

Mistake Example #1

Overuse of passive voice

I was thinking about how the new Marvel movie was watched byso many people in Italy. It was saitched the new Marvel movie. Everyone reportedly loved the special effectswere loved by everyone, butthey found the storywas found to be a bit confusing. The actors wereceived praised for their performances, andfans hope there will soon be a sequelis hoped for by the fans soon.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to remove instances of passive voice."

I was thinking about how so many people in Italy watched the new Marvel movie. Everyone reportedly loved the special effects, but they found the story a bit confusing. The actors received praise for their performances and fans hope there will soon be a sequel.

I was thinking about how the new Marvel movie was watched by so many people in Italy. It was said that the special effects were loved by everyone, but the story was found to be a bit confusing. The actors were praised for their performances, and a sequel is hoped for by the fans soon.

Mistake Example #2

Confusing singular and plural nouns

Hey, everyone! I just got back from my trip to the United States, and I have to say, the cityies are amazing! I visited a lot of museums and parks, and each one was more beautiful than the last. The people were very friendly, and I had some great conversations with locals. CI can't wait to share more photos with all ofyouall!

Text corrected by:
Michele A., Boston, Massachusetts; United States

"I corrected some of the singular nouns to their plural form."

Hey, everyone! I just got back from my trip to the United States, and I have to say, the cities are amazing! I visited a lot of museums and parks, and each one was more beautiful than the last. The people were very friendly, and I had some great conversations with locals. I can't wait to share more photos with all of you!

Hey everyone! I just got back from my trip to the United States and I have to say, the city are amazing! I visited a lot of museum and park, and each one was more beautiful than the last. The people were very friendly and I had some great conversation with local. Can't wait to share more photo with you all!

Mistake Example #3

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

Ciao, everyone!I hope all is goodwell with you. Yesterday, I went to the new restaurant in town, and I have to say, it was areallya nice experience. The food was delicious, and the staffwas very friendly. We'll see yous tomorrow at the park for the picnic, yes? Let me know if you want (me/us) tobring something special!

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to sound more native and natural."

Ciao, everyone! I hope all is well with you. Yesterday, I went to the new restaurant in town and I have to say, it was a really nice experience. The food was delicious and the staff was very friendly. We'll see you tomorrow at the park for the picnic, yes? Let me know if you want (me/us) to bring something special!

Ciao everyone! I hope all is good with you. Yesterday I went to the new restaurant in town, and I have to say, it was really a nice experience. The food was delicious, and the staff very friendly. We see us tomorrow at the park for the picnic, yes? Let me know if you bring something special!