diff --git a/extensions/lang-english/locale/core.yml b/extensions/lang-english/locale/core.yml
index 38c9dac10..3ad62e15e 100644
--- a/extensions/lang-english/locale/core.yml
+++ b/extensions/lang-english/locale/core.yml
@@ -340,7 +340,9 @@ core:
     # These translations are used by the post control buttons.
     post_controls:
       delete_button: => core.ref.delete
+      delete_confirmation: "Are you sure you want to delete this post forever? This action cannot be undone."
       delete_forever_button: => core.ref.delete_forever
+      hide_confirmation: "Are you sure you want to delete this post?"
       edit_button: => core.ref.edit
       restore_button: => core.ref.restore