Letter Structure

There are 3 Letter types: Formal, Semi-formal and Informal.

Paragraphing the Letter:

All the 3 letter types, should ideally have the following paragraphs:

  • Purpose of the letter
  • First bullet point/ part of the question
  • Second bullet point/ part of the question
  • Third bullet point/ part of the question
  • Closing line

Letter Salutation:

Formal Letters: You don't know the recipient's name (logically), whom you are writing to. Dear Sir/ Madam, - Yours faithfully,

Semi-formal Letters: You know the recipient mostly by name (logically). They may not be too close to you. Dear Mr Sam, - Yours sincerely, [or] Dear Ms. Sharon, - Yours sincerely,

Informal: You know the recipient personally. Dear Steve, - Best Regards,

Indenting:

  • Always start writing directly from the left margin.
  • Do not forget to leave a line between each paragraph.
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