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

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

I amwishonored to inform you that ouresteemed company, based in the heart of Riyadh, is launching a groundbreaking product that will revolutionize the market. It is with great pleasure and utmost respect that wWe invite you to attend the grand unveiling ceremony, which will be held at ourprestigious headquarters. We are deeply grateful for your continued support and sincerely hope that you will gracbeus with your esteemed presencet atfor this momentous occasion.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"This was already well-written – I just made a few minor changes to make it sound a bit more natural :)"

I wish to inform you that our company, based in the heart of Riyadh, is launching a groundbreaking product that will revolutionize the market. We invite you to attend the grand unveiling ceremony, which will be held at our headquarters. We are deeply grateful for your continued support and sincerely hope that you will be present for this momentous occasion.

I am honored to inform you that our esteemed company, based in the heart of Riyadh, is launching a groundbreaking 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 continued support and sincerely hope that you will grace us with your esteemed presence at this momentous occasion.

Mistake Example #2

Confusion between masculine and feminine pronouns

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In an exciting development, Al-Majd Electronics is thrilled to announce the launch of theisr latest smartphone model, the Al-Majd X1. The innovative features of the Al-Majd X1 are designed to enhance theuser experience, and sthey promises to set a new standard in mobile technology. Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that they meets the highest quality standards, and we are confident that sthey will exceed customer expectations.

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

"I replaced the gendered pronouns with gender-neutral ones. Otherwise, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In an exciting development, Al-Majd Electronics is thrilled to announce the launch of their latest smartphone model, the Al-Majd X1. The innovative features of the Al-Majd X1 are designed to enhance the user experience, and they promise to set a new standard in mobile technology. Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that they meet the highest quality standards, and we are confident that they will exceed customer expectations.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In an exciting development, Al-Majd Electronics is thrilled to announce the launch of his latest smartphone model, the Al-Majd X1. The innovative features of the Al-Majd X1 are designed to enhance user experience, and she promises to set a new standard in mobile technology. Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that he meets the highest quality standards, and we are confident that she will exceed customer expectations.

Mistake Example #3

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

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – October 15, 2023 – Al-Majd Electronics announced the launch of its latest smartphone model, the Al-Majd X1. The new device offers cutting-edge technology and innovative features that redefine theuser experience. Our team isworking tirelessly to ensure that the Al-Majd X1 meets the highest standards of quality and performance. We invite everyone to join us at the official launch event, which willtake place at the Riyadh International Convention Center on November 5th.

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

"I changed the verb tenses in some of the phrases. Otherwise, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – October 15, 2023 – Al-Majd Electronics announced the launch of its latest smartphone model, the Al-Majd X1. The new device offers cutting-edge technology and innovative features that redefine the user experience. Our team is working tirelessly to ensure that the Al-Majd X1 meets the highest standards of quality and performance. We invite everyone to join us at the official launch event, which will take place at the Riyadh International Convention Center on November 5th.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – October 15, 2023 – Al-Majd Electronics announce the launch of its latest smartphone model, the Al-Majd X1. The new device offer cutting-edge technology and innovative features that redefine user experience. Our team work tirelessly to ensure that the Al-Majd X1 meet the highest standards of quality and performance. We invite everyone to join us at the official launch event, which take place at the Riyadh International Convention Center on November 5th.