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The document provides information about writing formal letters in English. It discusses the typical parts of a formal letter including the address, date, salutation, content, and closing. It provides examples of cover letters for job applications and letters of inquiry. The document also gives guidelines and formatting for writing business letters, school letters, and other types of letters in English.
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- 2. letter A letter is a written message from one person to another. Historically, letters were the only reliable means of communication between two persons in different locations. The role of letters in communication has changed significantly since the 19th century.
- 3. The types of letter Personal Letters Apologies Appreciation and thank you: for favors or generosity Complaints Congratulations Invitations Offering Condolences
- 4. The types of letter Employment Related Letters/Resumes Cover Letters Resumes Follow-up Letters Accepting Job Offers References and Recommendations
- 5. The types of letter School Related Letters Organizations and Clubs References and Recommendations (see employment related letters) Deaf Related: Interpreters Social Security Vocational Rehabilitation Advocacy Format for Writing Letters
- 6. Good business letter Be clear, brief and businesslike Do not write confused, overlong or pointless letter Be polite and friendly Do not be rude or patronizing Write concise and purposeful letter Do not try to impress with your writing
- 7. Types of letter format Full Block letter e Block letter h Semi Block letter m Official letter
- 8. For example Semiblock Style Block Style
- 9. Rules for Writing Formal Letters in English In English there are a number of conventions that should be used when writing a formal or business letter. Furthermore, you try to write as simply and as clearly as possible, and not to make the letter longer than necessary. Remember not to use informal language like contractions.
- 10. Addresses: 1) Your Address The return address should be written in the top right-hand corner of the letter. 2) The Address of the person you are writing to The inside address should be written on the left, starting below your address.
- 11. Date: Different people put the date on different sides of the page. You can write this on the right or the left on the line after the address you are writing to. Write the month as a word.
- 12. Salutation or greeting: 1) Dear Sir or Madam, If you do not know the name of the person you are writing to, use this. It is always advisable to try to find out a name. 2) Dear Mr Jenkins, If you know the name, use the title (Mr, Mrs, Miss or Ms, Dr, etc.) and the surname only. If you are writing to a woman and do not know if she uses Mrs or Miss, you can use Ms, which is for married and single women.
- 13. Ending a letter: 1) Yours Faithfully If you do not know the name of the person, end the letter this way. 2) Yours Sincerely If you know the name of the person, end the letter this way. 3) Your signature Sign your name, then print it underneath the signature. If you think the person you are writing to might not know whether you are male of female, put you title in brackets after your name.
- 14. Content of a Formal Letter First paragraph The first paragraph should be short and state the purpose of the letter- to make an enquiry, complain, request something, etc. The paragraph or paragraphs in the middle of the letter should contain the relevant information behind the writing of the letter. Most letters in English are not very long, so keep the information to the essentials and concentrate on organising it in a clear and logical manner rather than expanding too much.
- 15. Last Paragraph The last paragraph of a formal letter should state what action you expect the recipient to take- to refund, send you information, etc
- 16. Abbreviations Used in Letter Writing asap = as soon as possible cc = carbon copy (when you send a copy of a letter to more than one person, you use this abbreviation to let them know) enc. = enclosure (when you include other papers with your letter) pp = per procurationem (A Latin phrase meaning that you are signing the letter on somebody else's behalf; if they are not there to sign it themselves, etc)
- 17. continue ps = postscript (when you want to add something after you've finished and signed it) pto (informal) = please turn over (to make sure that the other person knows the letter continues on the other side of the page) RSVP = please reply
- 18. COVER LETTER FORMAT Your present street address City, State, Zip Code Date of writing Mr./Ms. First Name Last Name Job Title Organization/Company Name Street Address City, State, Zip Code Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name:
- 19. Outline: A Covering Letter A covering letter is the one that accompanies your CV when you are applying for a job. Here is a fairly conventional plan for the layout of the paragraphs. Opening Paragraph Briefly identify yourself and the position you are applying for. Add how you found out about the vacancy.
- 20. continue Paragraph 2 Give the reasons why you are interested in working for the company and why you wish to be considered for that particular post. State your relevant qualifications and experience, as well as your personal qualities that make you a suitable candidate.
- 21. continue Paragraph 3 Inform them that you have enclosed your current CV and add any further information that you think could help your case. Closing Paragraph Give your availability for interview, thank them for their consideration, restate your interest and close the letter.
- 22. Sample Cover Letters: Electrical Engineer Cover Letter Mr. Pete Carlton Senior Site Manager Showcase Arena Ext. 8830 Dear Mr. Carlton, I found your request for a Level IV Electrical Site Manager among the Showcase Interoffice memo board; it sounded very interesting to me. I currently work for Bill Wilkins in the Events Planning Division, and, as he will be retiring this Fall, I have been looking for a position in Site Management to apply my skills and 22 years of engineering and management experience. I'm very organized, I'm a self-motivated worker, but I enjoy working as a team player. My belief is that since we spend the majority of our lives in the workplace, work should be a pleasant experience. As a manager, I try to make the job one that employees enjoy going to everyday. Not only has this kept those under my supervision satisfied, it has enabled me to run the most efficient workgroups at Tri Edison. I would like to continue my success under your direction in Site Management. If my experience and management philosophy are attractive to you, please feel free to contact me at the Events Planning office or beeper number 7309. Thank you for your consideration. Very truly yours, William Baxson
- 23. Outline: A Letter of Enquiry A letter of enquiry is when you are approaching a company speculatively, that is you are making an approach without their having advertised or announced a vacancy. Opening Paragraph Introduce yourself briefly and give your reason for writing. Let them know of the kind of position you are seeking, why you are interested and how you heard about them.
- 24. Paragraph 2 Show why their company in particular interests you, mention your qualifications and experience along with any further details that might make them interested in seeing you. Paragraph 3 Refer to your enclosed CV and draw their attention to any particularly important points you would like them to focus on in it.
- 25. Closing Paragraph Thank them, explain your availability for interview and restate your enthusiasm for their company and desire to be considered for posts that might as yet be unavailable.
- 26. Interesting? Elvis Presley's Letter to President Richard Nixon
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- 28. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION Have a nice day.