Common English Mistakes in Social Media Ads by Ukrainian Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Ukrainian speakers from Ukraine when writing a Social Media Ad in English.

Mistake Example #1

Using 'will' incorrectly in conditionals ('If it will rain, I will stay' instead of 'If it rains, I will stay')

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Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking for correct word usage in conditionals."

Discover the ultimate comfort with our new line of eco-friendly sneakers! If you buy now, you'll receive a special discount just for our Ukrainian customers. Don't miss out on this exclusive offer—and don't wait because this deal will soon be gone!

Discover the ultimate comfort with our new line of eco-friendly sneakers! If you will buy now, you will receive a special discount just for our Ukrainian customers. Don't miss out on this exclusive offer, because if you will wait, the deal will be gone!

Mistake Example #2

Skipping articles ('I bought car' instead of 'I bought a car')

Discoverthe perfect gift for loved ones! Our store offersa wide range of unique handmade crafts from Ukraine. Visit us today and find aspecial item that will bring joy and happiness. Don't miss thechance to surprise someone with abeautiful piece of art!

Text corrected by:
Miss E., Cyprus, Europe

"This is fairly well-written. However, don't forget to use articles in your sentences: for example, "Discover perfect gift for loved ones!" should be "Discover the perfect gift for loved ones!" and "offers wide range" should be "offers a wide range"."

Discover the perfect gift for loved ones! Our store offers a wide range of unique handmade crafts from Ukraine. Visit us today and find a special item that will bring joy and happiness. Don't miss the chance to surprise someone with a beautiful piece of art!

Discover perfect gift for loved ones! Our store offers wide range of unique handmade crafts from Ukraine. Visit us today and find special item that will bring joy and happiness. Don't miss chance to surprise someone with beautiful piece of art!

Mistake Example #3

Confusion with word order ('Always I go to the store' instead of 'I always go to the store')

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Text corrected by:
Miss E., Cyprus, Europe

".This is well-written overall - there's just this part: "Always we have" should be "We always have""

Discover the best deals now on our website! We always have the lowest prices for your favorite products. Visit us today and find out why our customers love shopping with us.

Discover the best deals now on our website! Always we have the lowest prices for your favorite products. Visit us today and find out why our customers love shopping with us.