Common English Mistakes by Arabic Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Arabic speakers from Saudi Arabia when writing in English.

Category:Job Applications & Professional Development
Writing for job applications and career growth.
Common Users:Job Seekers, Career Coaches.
Mistake Example #1

Job Applications & Professional Development / Career Portfolio

Overuse of formal expressions ('I am honored to inform you...')

I amwishonored to present my career portfolio to you, showcasing my esteemedachievements and professional journey. It is with greatm pleasured thaotI informell you of my extensive experience in the field of engineering, where I have had the privilegchance to work on numerous presthigioush-level projects. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to share my skills and accomplishments, and I am eager to contribute my expertise to your esteemedorganization.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Nice job! I just made a few small changes to improve the flow and reduce the number of formal expressions. "

I wish to present my career portfolio to you, showcasing my achievements and professional journey. I am pleased to tell you of my extensive experience in the field of engineering, where I have had the chance to work on numerous high-level projects. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to share my skills and accomplishments, and I am eager to contribute my expertise to your organization.

I am honored to present my career portfolio to you, showcasing my esteemed achievements and professional journey. It is with great pleasure that I inform you of my extensive experience in the field of engineering, where I have had the privilege to work on numerous prestigious projects. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to share my skills and accomplishments, and I am eager to contribute my expertise to your esteemed organization.

Mistake Example #2

Job Applications & Professional Development / Cover Letter

Overuse of formal expressions ('I am honored to inform you...')

Dear Hiring Manager, I am honored to inform you thatI am writing to express my sincereinterest in the marketing specialisteemed position of Marketing Specialistat yourprestigious company. I amdeeply grateful for the opportunity to present my qualifications and I amexcitruly honored aboutpohave the chance tossibly contributeing to your esteemed organization. Iam looking forward tothe possibility of discussing how my skills can beof greatuld benefit toyourrespected team.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed changes to reduce the overly formal tone and effusive wording."

Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to express my interest in the marketing specialist position at your company. I am grateful for the opportunity to present my qualifications and excited about possibly contributing to your esteemed organization. I look forward to discussing how my skills could benefit your team.

Dear Hiring Manager, I am honored to inform you that I am writing to express my sincere interest in the esteemed position of Marketing Specialist at your prestigious company. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to present my qualifications and I am truly honored to have the chance to contribute to your esteemed organization. I am looking forward to the possibility of discussing how my skills can be of great benefit to your respected team.

Mistake Example #3

Job Applications & Professional Development / Interview Follow-Up Email

Overuse of formal expressions ('I am honored to inform you...')

Dear Hiring Manager, I amwould honorliked to express my dsincerepethankst gratitude for the opportuchanityce to interview for theis position. It was am truly privileged to have had the chancsure to discuss my qualifications with you, and I ampprexciateedingly thankful for your time and consideration. I awould welcome theageopporly awatunitingyour esteemed response and am honored topotentially join your esteemedcompanyand look forward to your response.

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

"I replaced some of the words to express these ideas in a more straightforward, businesslike manner."

Dear Hiring Manager, I would like to express my sincere thanks for the chance to interview for this position. It was a pleasure to discuss my qualifications with you, and I appreciate your time and consideration. I would welcome the opportunity to join your company and look forward to your response.

Dear Hiring Manager, I am honored to express my deepest gratitude for the opportunity to interview for the position. I am truly privileged to have had the chance to discuss my qualifications with you, and I am exceedingly thankful for your time and consideration. I am eagerly awaiting your esteemed response and am honored to potentially join your esteemed company.

Mistake Example #4

Job Applications & Professional Development / LinkedIn Profile

Confusion between masculine and feminine pronouns

I am a dedicated software engineer with over five yearsof' experiencein developing innovative solutions. SheI hasve a strong background in Java and Python, and he isam passionate about creating efficient code. In my previous role at Tech Solutions, sheI led a team of developers intohe successfully launchof a new application, which increased user engagement by 30%.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to address issues with masculine/feminine pronouns. among other fixes."

I am a dedicated software engineer with over five years' experience developing innovative solutions. I have a strong background in Java and Python and am passionate about creating efficient code. In my previous role at Tech Solutions, I led a team of developers in the successful launch of a new application which increased user engagement by 30%.

I am a dedicated software engineer with over five years of experience in developing innovative solutions. She has a strong background in Java and Python, and he is passionate about creating efficient code. In my previous role at Tech Solutions, she led a team of developers to successfully launch a new application, which increased user engagement by 30%.

Mistake Example #5

Job Applications & Professional Development / Personal Statement

Misuse of verb tense (e.g., 'He go to school' instead of 'He goes to school')

I am writing to express my interest in the marketing position at your esteemed company. I graduated from King Saud University last year, and I haveworked in a local firm since then. My passion for marketing and my skills in communication make me a strong candidate for this role.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Good work! It just needed a couple of changes to make the verb tense consistent."

I am writing to express my interest in the marketing position at your esteemed company. I graduated from King Saud University last year, and I have worked in a local firm since then. My passion for marketing and my skills in communication make me a strong candidate for this role.

I am writing to express my interest in the marketing position at your esteemed company. I graduate from King Saud University last year, and I work in a local firm since then. My passion for marketing and my skills in communication make me a strong candidate for this role.

Mistake Example #6

Job Applications & Professional Development / Reference Letter

Confusion between masculine and feminine pronouns

To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to recommend Ahmed for the position at your company. ShHe has worked with me for over three years, and his dedication and skills have always impressed me. I am confident that he will be a valuable asset to your team, and I highly recommend herim for the role.

Text corrected by:
Miss E., Cyprus, Europe

"Please be mindful of your use of pronouns for Ahmed: "She has worked" should be "He has worked" and "I highly recommend her for the role" should be "I highly recommend him for the role". "

To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to recommend Ahmed for the position at your company. He has worked with me for over three years, and his dedication and skills have always impressed me. I am confident that he will be a valuable asset to your team, and I highly recommend him for the role.

To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to recommend Ahmed for the position at your company. She has worked with me for over three years, and his dedication and skills have always impressed me. I am confident that he will be a valuable asset to your team, and I highly recommend her for the role.

Mistake Example #7

Job Applications & Professional Development / Resume

Overuse of formal expressions ('I am honored to inform you...')

I amwishonored to present my resume for your esteemedconsideration. I am deeplyprecivilegedato have the opportunity to apply for thea position at your prestigious company. It would be agreatn honor to contributeto your organization with my skills and experienceto your esteemed organization.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Changes I made were mostly to improve fluidity and readability. Nicely done :)"

I wish to present my resume for your consideration. I appreciate the opportunity to apply for a position at your prestigious company. It would be an honor to contribute to your organization with my skills and experience.

I am honored to present my resume for your esteemed consideration. I am deeply privileged to have the opportunity to apply for the position at your prestigious company. It would be a great honor to contribute my skills and experience to your esteemed organization.