Common English Mistakes in Press Releases by Arabic Speakers

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

Mistake Example #1

Misuse of articles ('I have car' instead of 'I have a car')

For Immediate Release: We are pleased to announce theopening ofa new branch in Dubai. This expansion is part of our commitment to provideing our best services to our valued customers in theregion. We invite you to join us for our grand opening ceremony on 15th November at 10 AM.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Good work! I added a few articles and made a couple of other small changes."

For Immediate Release: We are pleased to announce the opening of a new branch in Dubai. This expansion is part of our commitment to providing our best services to our valued customers in the region. We invite you to join us for our grand opening ceremony on 15th November at 10 AM.

For Immediate Release: We are pleased to announce opening of new branch in Dubai. This expansion is part of our commitment to provide best services to our valued customers in region. We invite you to join us for grand opening ceremony on 15th November at 10 AM.

Mistake Example #2

Overuse of passive voice

In response to the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions, GreenTech UAE launcheda new solar power initiativewas launched by GreenTech UAE. The project wis expected toll provide clean energy to over 10,000 homes by the end of the year. ItThe wboasrd decided byto thmakeboard that further investmentswill be made to expand the initiative across the region. The company is emphasizing its commitment to environmental sustainability is being emphasized by the companyas a top priority.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to reduce use of passive voice."

In response to the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions, GreenTech UAE launched a new solar power initiative. The project will provide clean energy to over 10,000 homes by the end of the year. The board decided to make further investments to expand the initiative across the region. The company is emphasizing its commitment to environmental sustainability as a top priority.

In response to the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions, a new solar power initiative was launched by GreenTech UAE. The project is expected to provide clean energy to over 10,000 homes by the end of the year. It was decided by the board that further investments will be made to expand the initiative across the region. The commitment to environmental sustainability is being emphasized by the company as a top priority.