Common English Mistakes in Press Releases by Arabic Speakers

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

Mistake Example #1

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

For Immediate Release: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – The Ministry of Culture announces today that it haslaunched a new initiative to promote traditional arts in the region. The program aims to support local artists and provide them with resources they need to develop their skills. This initiative is part of the government's ongoing efforts to preserve cultural heritage, and it hasreceived positive feedback from the community.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"This was very good! Just a few small changes were needed to make the writing more consistent."

For Immediate Release: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – The Ministry of Culture announces today that it has launched a new initiative to promote traditional arts in the region. The program aims to support local artists and provide them with resources they need to develop their skills. This initiative is part of the government's ongoing efforts to preserve cultural heritage, and it has received positive feedback from the community.

For Immediate Release: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – The Ministry of Culture announce today that it launch a new initiative to promote traditional arts in the region. The program aim to support local artists and provide them with resources they need to develop their skills. This initiative is part of the government's ongoing efforts to preserve cultural heritage and it receive positive feedback from the community.

Mistake Example #2

Confusion between masculine and feminine pronouns

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In a groundbreaking development, the Ministry of Culture has announced theisr latest initiative to promote local arts. SThey aims to provide young artists with the resources they need to showcase their talents on an international stage. The Minister expressed his excitement about the project, stating that she believes it will greatly enhance the cultural landscape of the country.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"I changed some of the pronouns to make them consistent, but please check to make sure the ones for the Minister are correct."

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In a groundbreaking development, the Ministry of Culture has announced their latest initiative to promote local arts. They aim to provide young artists with the resources they need to showcase their talents on an international stage. The Minister expressed his excitement about the project, stating that he believes it will greatly enhance the cultural landscape of the country.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In a groundbreaking development, the Ministry of Culture has announced his latest initiative to promote local arts. She aims to provide young artists with the resources they need to showcase their talents on an international stage. The Minister expressed his excitement about the project, stating that she believes it will greatly enhance the cultural landscape of the country.

Mistake Example #3

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

I am howritinoredg to inform you that ouresteemed company, based in the heart of Riyadh, is launching an innovative product that will revolutionize the market. It is with great pleasure and utmost respectthat we invite you to attend the grand unveiling ceremony, which will be held at ourprestigious headquarters. We are deeply grateful for your anticipated presence and are looking forward to welcoming youwith the highest regard.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Nice work! I took out some of the very formal expressions to improve the readability of your announcement."

I am writing to inform you that our company, based in the heart of Riyadh, is launching an innovative product that will revolutionize the market. It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the grand unveiling ceremony, which will be held at our headquarters. We are deeply grateful for your anticipated presence and are looking forward to welcoming you.

I am honored to inform you that our esteemed company, based in the heart of Riyadh, is launching an innovative product that will revolutionize the market. It is with great pleasure and utmost respect that we invite you to attend the grand unveiling ceremony, which will be held at our prestigious headquarters. We are deeply grateful for your anticipated presence and are looking forward to welcoming you with the highest regard.