LESSON 7A WRITING | A formal email
Structure of a Formal Letter
(1) Your Address:
- From:
- To:
- Subject:
(2) Salutation:
- Use a formal greeting such as “Dear [Recipient’s Name],”
- If you don’t know the name, use “Dear Sir/Madam,”
(3) Body:
- Introduction: State the purpose of your letter in the first paragraph.
- Main Content: Provide details, supporting information, or arguments in the subsequent paragraphs.
- Conclusion: Summarize your message or state your desired outcome.
(4) Closing:
- Use a formal closing phrase, such as “Sincerely,” “Best regards,” or “Yours faithfully,” followed by a comma.
(5) Signature:
- Leave space for your signature (if printed).
- Below the signature, type your full name.