Common English Mistakes in Social Media Ads by Spanish Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Spanish speakers from Mexico when writing a Social Media Ad in English.

Mistake Example #1

Direct translation of Spanish expressions ('I have 25 years' instead of 'I am 25 years old')

¡Hola amigos! 🌟 Are you ready to transform your look? At Bella Moda, we have the best styles for you! 👗👠 Visit our store and discover the new collection that will make you shine like a star. ✨ Remember, we havreoffering a 20% discount ion all items this weekend. Don't miss this opportunity, because offers like this only happen once in a blue moon! 💃 #FashionLovers #BellaModaMexico

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Camille, Maryland, USA

"Looks good overall. I have just tweaked an expression. "

¡Hola amigos! 🌟 Are you ready to transform your look? At Bella Moda, we have the best styles for you! 👗👠 Visit our store and discover the new collection that will make you shine like a star. ✨ Remember, we are offering a 20% discount on all items this weekend. Don't miss this opportunity, because offers like this only happen once in a blue moon! 💃 #FashionLovers #BellaModaMexico

¡Hola amigos! 🌟 Are you ready to transform your look? At Bella Moda, we have the best styles for you! 👗👠 Visit our store and discover the new collection that will make you shine like a star. ✨ Remember, we have 20% discount in all items this weekend. Don't miss this opportunity, because offers like this only happen once in a blue moon! 💃 #FashionLovers #BellaModaMexico

Mistake Example #2

Overuse of present continuous ('I am going to the school every day' instead of 'I go to school every day')

¡Hola, amigos! 🌟 Are you looking for the best tacos in town? 🌮 I aminvitinge you to our grand opening fiesta at Tacos El Rey! 🎉 We are going toservinge the most delicious tacos, and I ampromisinge you will love every bite. I amwill be waiting for you this Saturday at 5 PM, and weare'll havinge live music and fun activities for everyone. Don't miss out,; Iam'll seeing you there! 🎶

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Vince, United States

"Great job! I just made a few small changes to improve the flow and polish things up. "

¡Hola, amigos! 🌟 Are you looking for the best tacos in town? 🌮 I invite you to our grand opening fiesta at Tacos El Rey! 🎉 We are going to serve the most delicious tacos, and I promise you will love every bite. I will be waiting for you this Saturday at 5 PM, and we'll have live music and fun activities for everyone. Don't miss out; I'll see you there! 🎶

¡Hola amigos! 🌟 Are you looking for the best tacos in town? 🌮 I am inviting you to our grand opening fiesta at Tacos El Rey! 🎉 We are serving the most delicious tacos and I am promising you will love every bite. I am waiting for you this Saturday at 5 PM, and we are having live music and fun activities for everyone. Don't miss out, I am seeing you there! 🎶

Mistake Example #3

Misuse of prepositions ('Married with' instead of 'Married to')

Discover the magic of our new skincare line, specially designed for those who are passionate wiabouth natural beauty. Our products are made with love and care, bringing you closer witho nature. Join our community and be part of the revolution with glowing skin!

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Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Very nice! I just changed a couple of prepositions."

Discover the magic of our new skincare line, specially designed for those who are passionate about natural beauty. Our products are made with love and care, bringing you closer to nature. Join our community and be part of the revolution with glowing skin!

Discover the magic of our new skincare line, specially designed for those who are passionate with natural beauty. Our products are made with love and care, bringing you closer with nature. Join our community and be part of the revolution with glowing skin!