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Клишированные выражения для написания официальных и неофициальных писем
| Type of writing | Structure | Linking words and phrases |
|---|---|---|
| Autobiography | Information about you and your family | I was born…; My father, ______, is a _____; I studied at school ____; Being a student, I attended ____________ During my school years I went in for sports; In 2001 I ________. |
| Letter of recommendation (formal) | Beginning: To Whom it may concern. Ending: Sincerely yours |
As a teacher/ as his/her closest friend, I feel great responsibility to…; I greatly appreciate…; I express full support and encourage her/him to work… ; to my point of view/ to my mind; To sum up, I admit that…; with self-pride I recommend. |
| Letter of application (formal) | Beginning: Dear Sir/Madam Ending: Sincerely yours/ Faithfully yours/ Yours |
I have just learnt from the advertisement that…; I would be very grateful…; For 2 years I worked as…; My responsibilities included + ing; For a reference about my qualifications you may ask ________; I would appreciate an interview with you (in your company) at any time, convenient for you; Thank you for your time and attention. |
| Letter of acknowledgement (письменное подтверждение получения чего-либо) (formal) | Beginning: Dear Mr/ Mr(s) Ending: Respectfully yours/ Sincerely yours/ Faithfully yours |
Thank you for your consideration of my application; It was very nice of you to…; It is a great honour for me to…; To my greatest regret….; I would be grateful if…; Thank you for your attention; I will look forward to your reply. |
| Letter of inquiry (письменный запрос) | Beginning: Dear Mr/ Mr(s) Ending: Respectfully yours/ Sincerely yours/ Faithfully yours |
Last month I ordered several items…; I found that I was quite satisfied with…; I wonder, whether I could ask for a discount; I am interested in…; Will you, please…; Please, do forgive me all troubles that I cause you… |
| Letter of complaint (formal) | Beginning: Dear Mr/ Mr(s) Ending: Respectfully yours/ Sincerely yours/ Faithfully yours |
I am writing to inform you about…; I ordered…; Yesterday I got my order but, to my great regret, ….; I insert a copy of my order bill…; Could you, please, send me…; I will look forward to your explanations and my order. |
| Appreciation letter (formal) | Beginning: Dear ___________ Ending: Gratefully yours, _____ |
I have felt very happy…; I would like to express our special thanks for… |
| INFORMAL LETTERS | |
| Starting your letter (Paragraph 1) | Thanks for your letter. Lovely to hear from you. How are you? How are things? Hope you’re well. |
| Commenting on something (Paragraph 1) | I’m sorry to hear/learn … I’m so pleased to hear … It’s great to hear … What wonderful news about … |
| Moving the topic on (Paragraph 2) | Anyway, the reason I’m writing … I thought I’d write to tell/ask you Anyway, I was wondering … |
| Ending your letter (Paragraph 3) | Well, that’s all for now Write back soon Looking forward to hearing from you again All the best Best wishes See you soon Take care Yours Love Lots of love |
| INVITATIONS | |
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NB: DON’T FORGET TO USE COMMON LINKING PHRASES:
To start with, first of all, also, what is more, moreover, besides, for example, however, on the other hand.
Полный список linking words.
Как написать письмо на английском. Задания.
Task 1. Read the extracts below and choose the correct type of a letter:
1. Dear Mr McMaier,
At the official website of Walton University I have learned about university scholarship given to international students. I hope that I can meet all the requirements and can apply for a scholarship…
A. A letter of recommendation
B. A letter of application
C. An autobiography
2. To Whom it may concern,
As a teacher of English, I feel great responsibility to write this letter on behalf of Jim Black, who is one of my best students….
As his teacher I greatly appreciate such an energetic and inquisitive student. When he told me his desire to continue the study of foreign languages, I expressed my full support and encouraged him to work hard for his goals…
A. A letter of complaint
B. A letter of inquiry
C. A letter of recommendation
3. Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to inform you about the problem with shipping the goods I ordered from your Internet store last week.
Your on-line registry facility did not work correctly and I had difficulties trying to register…
A. A letter of complaint
B. An appreciation letter
C. A letter of acknowledgement
4. Dear Nicholas,
For all years that you have helped our family with your kindness and wisdom, I have felt very happy to have you as a far-away but a very close friend…
I would like to express our special thanks for the weekend at your country house too…
A. An inquiry letter
B. An invitation
C. A letter of acknowledgement
5. Dear Lina,
I am happy to invite you for my birthday party. The party will take place on Saturday, May 15, at 6 p.m. My address is 7 Green Street. You should be dressy. I promise delicious food, good music, interesting people and lovely night….
A. An informal invitation
B. A formal invitation
C. A letter of complaint
Answers:
1. b
2. c
3. a
4. c
5. a
Task 2. Match phrases with the types of letters
| 1. | Thank you for your consideration of my application | a. | An autobiography |
| 2. | Why not to come and stay with us at the weekend? | b. | A letter of complaint |
| 3. | During my school years I went in for sports; In 2001 I ________ |
c. | An informal invitation |
| 4. | I express full support and encourage her/him to work… | d. | A letter of application |
| 5. | I will look forward to your explanations and my order. | e. | A letter of acknowledgement |
| 6. | I would like to express our special thanks for… | f. | A letter of inquiry |
| 7. | It was very nice of you to answer to my letter as soon as you could… | g. | A letter of recommendation |
| 8. | I wonder, whether I could ask for a discount | h. | An appreciation letter |
Answers:
1. d
2. c
3. a
4. g
5. b
6. h
7. e
8. f
Как написать письмо на английском
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