Common English Mistakes in Social Media Posts by Arabic Speakers

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

Mistake Example #1

Overuse of passive voice

TodI say,w a beautiful sunset was seenfrom my balcony,today andtook many pictureswere taken by me to share with friends. ThWediscussed weekend plans were discussed,andit was decided tho tatke a trip to the desertwill be made. Excitement is felt by everyone,is excited andwe are preparations are beingdone for the adventure.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

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

I saw a beautiful sunset from my balcony today and took many pictures to share with friends. We discussed weekend plans and decided to take a trip to the desert. Everyone is excited and we are preparing for the adventure.

Today, a beautiful sunset was seen from my balcony, and many pictures were taken by me to share with friends. The weekend plans were discussed, and it was decided that a trip to the desert will be made. Excitement is felt by everyone, and preparations are being done for the adventure.

Mistake Example #2

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

I just got back froman amazing trip to Dubai! WThe weather was perfect, and I visited Burj Khalifa. I also tried delicious Emirati food, and I met new friends at thebeach. CI can't wait to share the photos with everyone!

Text corrected by:
Camille, Maryland, USA

"This looks good overall, but it had some errors related to the use of articles, as shown."

I just got back from an amazing trip to Dubai! The weather was perfect, and I visited Burj Khalifa. I also tried delicious Emirati food, and I met new friends at the beach. I can't wait to share the photos with everyone!

I just got back from amazing trip to Dubai! Weather was perfect and I visited Burj Khalifa. I also tried delicious Emirati food, and I met new friends at beach. Can't wait to share photos with everyone!