Common English Mistakes in Press Releases by Spanish Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Spanish speakers from Spain when writing a Press Release in English.

Mistake Example #1

Confusion between 'do' and 'make' ('I make a mistake' instead of 'I made a mistake')

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Madrid, Spain – October 15, 2023 – Today, we are excited to announce the launch of our new product line that promises to revolutionize the way we do business. Our team has worked tirelessly to make sure that every detail is perfect, and we are confident that this will mhakve a significant impact ion the market. We invite everyone to join us at the launch event next week, where we will dogive a special presentation andmake a demonstration of our innovative solutions.

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

"I just replaced a word or two to make the English sound more natural. Overall, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Madrid, Spain – October 15, 2023 – Today, we are excited to announce the launch of our new product line that promises to revolutionize the way we do business. Our team has worked tirelessly to make sure that every detail is perfect, and we are confident that this will have a significant impact on the market. We invite everyone to join us at the launch event next week, where we will give a special presentation and a demonstration of our innovative solutions.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Madrid, Spain – October 15, 2023 – Today, we are excited to announce the launch of our new product line that promise to revolutionize the way we do business. Our team has worked tirelessly to make sure that every detail is perfect, and we are confident that this will make a significant impact in the market. We invite everyone to join us at the launch event next week, where we will do a special presentation and make a demonstration of our innovative solutions.

Mistake Example #2

Misuse of present continuous ('I am having 30 years of experience' instead of 'I have 30 years of experience')

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Madrid, Spain – WToday, we arepleased to announcing todaye the launch of our new product line, which wisll revolutionizinge the way people areexperiencinge technology. Our team ihasbeen working tirelessly and is bweing're committed to providing the best solutions for our customers. As a company, we arehavinge 20 yearsof' experience in the industry, and we arebelievinge that this innovation will set a new standard in the market.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to correct verb tense issues."

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Madrid, Spain – Today, we are pleased to announce the launch of our new product line, which will revolutionize the way people experience technology. Our team has been working tirelessly and we're committed to providing the best solutions for our customers. As a company, we have 20 years' experience in the industry, and we believe that this innovation will set a new standard in the market.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Madrid, Spain – We are announcing today the launch of our new product line, which is revolutionizing the way people are experiencing technology. Our team is working tirelessly and is being committed to providing the best solutions for our customers. As a company, we are having 20 years of experience in the industry, and we are believing that this innovation will set a new standard in the market.

Mistake Example #3

Direct translations from Spanish ('It makes sense' vs. 'It has sense')

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Madrid, 15th October 2023 – The new art exhibition in the city center has opened its doors to the public. It hmakes sense that this event will attract many visitors, as it features works from renowned international artists. The organizers expect that the exhibition willto be a great success, and they invite everyone to enjoy the unique experience it offers.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Very good! I just made a few changes so it would read more naturally."

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Madrid, 15th October 2023 – The new art exhibition in the city center has opened its doors to the public. It makes sense that this event will attract many visitors, as it features works from renowned international artists. The organizers expect the exhibition to be a great success, and they invite everyone to enjoy the unique experience it offers.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Madrid, 15th October 2023 – The new art exhibition in the city center has opened its doors to the public. It has sense that this event will attract many visitors, as it features works from renowned international artists. The organizers expect that the exhibition will be a great success, and they invite everyone to enjoy the unique experience it offers.