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Letter writing - is an important element of communication, a personal part

of

experience. Each letter-writer has a distinctive way of writing, his own style of writing, his way of expressing thoughts, facts, etc. Therefore certain skills must be acquired by practice, and details of writing must be carefully and systematically learnt.

Informal style When writing friendly letters, you normaly use informal style. Informal writing is characterized by the use of: • • • •

everyday vocabulary (for example: I had a great time) colloquial expressions/idioms (drop me a line) phrasal verbs (get on, settle in, stop by, etc.) short forms (can't, doesn't, didn't, I'm, etc.)

Informal letters are sent to people you know well (for example, friends, relatives, etc.) about your recent news, personal problems, information you need, etc. They are written in an informal style with a personal tone. An informal letter should consist of: • •

an informal greeting (Dear Mark/Aunt Marie, etc.) an introduction in which you write your opening remarks (for example, asking about your relative's health, etc.) and mention your reason for writing:

Hello! How are you? I thought I'd write and let you know that...; • •

a main body in which you write the main subject(s) of the letter in detail, starting a new pharagraph for each topic; a conclusion in which you write your closing remarks:

That's all my news for now. Write back soon...; •

an informal ending (for example, Lots of love/ Best wishes/etc. and your first name).

The scheme of the informal letter Introduction Pharagraph 1 - opening remarks/reason(s) for writing Main body Pharagraphs 2-3-4 - developments of the subjects discussed (the number of pharagraphs may vary, depending on the topic) Conclusion Final pharagraph Closing remarks

Opening and closing remarks Opening remarks in informal letter: •

questions/wishes about recent events, the person health, etc.

Hello Mark, How are you? I hope you're feeling better. •

a thank you to the person for their last letter, comments regarding their news, etc.

I was sorry to hear that you aren't going to... •

an apology for a delay in writing/replying

Sorry I've taken so long to put pen to paper, but... •

the reason why you are writing

The reason I'm writing is to ask you if...

Closing remarks in informal letters may include: •

the reason why you must end the letter

Well, that's all my news. I'd better end now, because...

•

greetings to the person's family or friends

Give my best wishes to your parents. •

wishes, a promise (to write again soon), an invitation, etc.

I'll write as soon as I can and let you know about... •

a request to the person to reply soon.

Please write soon and tell me all your news.

Example of opening remarks: Hi, how's everything doing? I've just heard that you passed all your exams. Congratulations! Example of closing remarks: Well, I'd better go and do some work! Once again, well done! Write soon.

Main body pharagraph In informal letters you usually talk about more then one topic. • •

The rubric gives you information about the subject of the letter and often tells you specific topics which you must write about. These topics will be discussed in the main body of the letter. You should begin a new pharagraph for each topic.

Examples of informal letters Dear Kate, This letter is to find out how you are and to catch up with a bit of my family news!! How is life in Canada? I hear that it is very cold this time of year, so I hope that you are keeping warm by bundling up and drinking the delicious cappuccino. I have so many fond memories of during my last visit! Life here is good. I am still studying as usual, but have taken up a new hobby karaoke singing.

I really love having a hobby which I can turn to after a long day of work, and I always make time for it. My family is doing well, and all succeeding in their respective jobs and family responsibilities. We are planning a huge celebration for the holidays, and I really am looking forward to that time of year. I so enjoy the lights, the festivities, taking time off from work and spending time with those closest to me. What is new and or news with you? Are you still attending the guitar class? I wish you and your family the very best for the festive season and hope this letter finds you well. Needless to say, I hope to get a reply very soon. Very best wishes, Denis

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