Formal and Informal Correspondence Examples in English
Formal Correspondence Examples
Summer Course Inquiry
Dear Sir,
I am writing to request further information in response to your advertisement, which appeared in the newspaper on Monday, 23rd. I am 17 years old and I work in a tourism company. I am interested in attending a summer course to improve my language skills in an English-speaking country.
Firstly, I would appreciate details of the courses, including the number of students and their ages. I would prefer to study in a class appropriate to my own age.
I also have some queries regarding costs. In particular, I would like to know the price of a two-week summer course from August 1st to August 15th.
Finally, if you have a brochure with photographs of the school, I would be grateful if you could send me a copy. I would also like to know if this school has a website that I can refer to for any further queries.
Thank you in advance for your assistance. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Yours faithfully,
Job Application: Forest Ranger
Dear Madam,
I am writing in response to your advertisement in El País newspaper. I would like to apply for the post of Forest Ranger.
As outlined in my curriculum vitae, I believe I am fully qualified for the post. I have a good level of computer skills and English proficiency. Furthermore, I am efficient, proactive, and organized. I also know how to motivate people and I can manage different tasks at the same time. I believe that I would be an ideal candidate for the position you have outlined. A job in your company would give me the opportunity to apply all the knowledge I am gaining at the University. I can assure you that I will do my utmost to fulfill your expectations.
I enclose a copy of my CV, which details my qualifications and work experience. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any further information.
Yours sincerely,
Job Application: Translator/Interpreter
Dear Sir,
In reply to your advertisement in the ABC of April 11th, I would like to apply for the post of Translator/Interpreter.
As you can see from the enclosed curriculum vitae, I have worked for several years in a translation agency and also as an interpreter for a travel agency in Seville.
I hold a diploma in Tourism (3-year full-time course) and also the certificate of Official Translator in English (2-year full-time course). I have an excellent level of spoken and written English and German and have a basic knowledge of French. I also have certificates in courses of Windows and Word.
I thank you for considering my application and hope you will grant me an appointment for an interview.
Yours faithfully,
Job Application: English Teacher
Dear Sir,
I saw your job advertisement in The Guardian newspaper on the second of February and I am forwarding my curriculum vitae, requesting that you consider my application for the position of English Teacher, which is being offered at the ENGLISH NOW academy in Madrid.
As you will see in my CV, I have wide experience in this profession, having been employed for five years in a renowned language center in Birmingham, England.
Furthermore, I hold a degree in Spanish and Latin American Studies from the University of London, and I obtained the CELTA certification last year.
I know Madrid very well, where I have many friends, and thanks to my superior knowledge of spoken Spanish, I believe I will find it easy to become integrated into Madrid society and social life.
I look forward to your reply on this matter.
Yours faithfully,
Job Application: General
As you will note in my CV, I have a broad background in the food and beverage industry and a proven track record as a regional director in a multinational business environment.
Poised and Confident
Creative, Optimistic, Determined, Mature, and Sensitive
I would like the chance to put my energy, drive, and enthusiasm to work for a company such as yours. May I have the opportunity to further discuss your requirements during a personal meeting with your representative on _______________(DATE)?
Informal Correspondence Example
Letter to a Friend
Dear Adrian,
How are you doing? I hope all is well. How is your family? I’m writing this letter in the living room while watching TV.
This summer I’m going to Brazil. I’m so excited because I have never traveled by plane before. I’m also a little bit scared of that. However, I really want to visit the country and the beach. I’m going to stay for three weeks in a hotel with my parents and my sisters. I’m also going to visit my grandparents in their village and I’m going to stay some weeks with them.
What are you going to do this summer? Are you going to go abroad? Write soon.
English Vocabulary
Personality Traits
- Weaknesses: Apathy, Dishonesty, Reluctance, Indecision
- Strengths: Willingness, Initiative, Intuitive, Analytical, Emotional, Orderly, Adaptable, Practical
Professions
- Poet
- Teacher
- Architect
- Lawyer
- Musician
Myers-Briggs Personality Types
- INTJ: Scientist
- ENFP: Journalist
- INFJ: Author
- ENTP: Inventor
- ISFP: Artist
- ESFP: Entertainer
Phrasal Verbs
- Get on: To board
- Deal with: To handle
- End up: To finally be in a particular place or situation
- Move out: To vacate a residence
- Put up: To place or post
- Save up: To accumulate money
- Take on: To undertake or assume
Commonly Confused Words
- Career – Degree
- Lose – Miss
- Remind – Remember
- Earn – Win
- Sensitive – Sensible
- Hope – Expect
- Trip – Travel