Common English Mistakes in Cover Letters by Mandarin Chinese Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Mandarin Chinese speakers from Taiwan when writing a Cover Letter in English.

Mistake Example #1

Omitting the subject in sentences ('Is important to learn English' instead of 'It is important to learn English')

Dear Hiring Manager,I am writing to express interest in the marketing position at your company. BI believeI have strong skills in digital marketing and social media management. GI graduated from National Taiwan University with a degree in Business Administration. IThisis an exciting opportunityfor me to contribute to your team and help achieve company goals. Thank you for considering my application.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Some of the sentences were missing a subject, so I added it where it is needed."

Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to express interest in the marketing position at your company. I believe I have strong skills in digital marketing and social media management. I graduated from National Taiwan University with a degree in Business Administration. This is an exciting opportunity for me to contribute to your team and help achieve company goals. Thank you for considering my application.

Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to express interest in the marketing position at your company. Believe have strong skills in digital marketing and social media management. Graduated from National Taiwan University with a degree in Business Administration. Is exciting opportunity to contribute to your team and help achieve company goals. Thank you for considering my application.

Mistake Example #2

Misuse of singular/plural nouns ('There are much people here' instead of 'There are many people here')

Dear Hiring Manager, I am very excited to apply for the position at your company. There isare many reasonswhy I believe I am suitable for this role. My experience in project management have taught me how to handle muchany tasks efficiently. I am confident that my skills will contribute greatly to your team success.

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."

Dear Hiring Manager, I am very excited to apply for the position at your company. There are many reasons I believe I am suitable for this role. My experience in project management have taught me how to handle many tasks efficiently. I am confident that my skills will contribute greatly to your team success.

Dear Hiring Manager, I am very excited to apply for the position at your company. There is many reasons why I believe I am suitable for this role. My experience in project management have taught me how to handle much tasks efficiently. I am confident that my skills will contribute greatly to your team success.

Mistake Example #3

Using overly formal or direct language

Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to express my utmostinterest in theesteemed position of Marketing Specialist at your prestigiouseemed company. It is with great enthusiasm that I submit my application, as I am confident that my skills and experiences will contribute significantly to your esteemedorganization. I am eagerly anticipating the opportunity to discuss how I can be of service to your respectedteam.

Text corrected by:
Miss E., Cyprus, Europe

"The content is fine overall - the use of formal language just needed toning down."

Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to express my interest in the position of Marketing Specialist at your esteemed company. It is with great enthusiasm that I submit my application, as I am confident that my skills and experiences will contribute significantly to your organization. I am eagerly anticipating the opportunity to discuss how I can be of service to your team.

Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to express my utmost interest in the esteemed position of Marketing Specialist at your prestigious company. It is with great enthusiasm that I submit my application, as I am confident that my skills and experiences will contribute significantly to your esteemed organization. I am eagerly anticipating the opportunity to discuss how I can be of service to your respected team.