Common English Mistakes in Resumes by Arabic Speakers

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

Mistake Example #1

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.

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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.

Mistake Example #2

Confusion between masculine and feminine pronouns

OAn objective-driven professional with over five years of experience in project management. He haves successfully led multiple teams to achieve their goals and improve productivity. ShHe is seeking a challenging position inat a dynamic company where he can utilize heris skills and contribute to the success of the organization.

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Vince, United States

"Just a few minor tweaks to make the writing consistent :) Good job! "

An objective-driven professional with over five years of experience in project management. He has successfully led multiple teams to achieve their goals and improve productivity. He is seeking a challenging position at a dynamic company where he can utilize his skills and contribute to the success of the organization.

Objective-driven professional with over five years of experience in project management. He have successfully led multiple teams to achieve their goals and improve productivity. She is seeking a challenging position in a dynamic company where he can utilize her skills and contribute to the success of the organization.

Mistake Example #3

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

Objective-driven professional with over five years of experience in marketing. I lead successful campaigns that increase brand awareness and drive sales. In my previous role, I managed a team of five people and we achieved a 20% growth in revenue. I am seeking a challenging position where I can apply my skills and contribute to the success of the company.

Text corrected by:
Miss E., Cyprus, Europe

"This is mostly fine. There's just this part: "In my previous role, I manage a team of five people and we achieve a 20% growth in revenue." should be "In my previous role, I managed a team of five people and we achieved a 20% growth in revenue.""

Objective-driven professional with over five years of experience in marketing. I lead successful campaigns that increase brand awareness and drive sales. In my previous role, I managed a team of five people and we achieved a 20% growth in revenue. I am seeking a challenging position where I can apply my skills and contribute to the success of the company.

Objective-driven professional with over five years of experience in marketing. I lead successful campaigns that increase brand awareness and drive sales. In my previous role, I manage a team of five people and we achieve a 20% growth in revenue. I am seeking a challenging position where I can apply my skills and contribute to the success of the company.