Email Vocabulary
The short line of text that tells the reader what the email is about.
What is the meaning of "subject line" in an email?
A greeting, like "Dear Ms. Smith" or "Hi John."
What is the first thing you should include at the start of your email?
Using emojis in a formal email.
What is improper email etiquette?
"Hey dude, what's up?"
What is informal?
Fix this: "Subject: none"
What is “Always add a clear subject line”?
Putting an email address in this field sends the email to someone else besides the main recipient.
What is "CC" or Carbon copy?
To quickly tell the reader what the email is about.
What is the purpose of the subject line?
Typing your email in this case looks like you are yelling and can seem rude.
What is typing in all caps?
"Dear Principal Smith, I hope you are well."
What is formal?
Fix this: "Hey Teacher, send me the homework ASAP!"
What is “Make it more polite and formal”?
Putting an email address in this field sends the email to someone without others seeing it.
What is "BCC" or Blind Carbon Copy?
The body of the email, where you explain your message clearly.
What goes after the greeting and before the ending?
Proofread your email for spelling, grammar, and clarity.
What should you do before you click send?
Use this email style when writing to a teacher, principal, or someone you don't know well.
What is formal?
Fix this: "Hi teacher, I need help" without saying who you are.
What is “Include your name and more details”?
A file (like a photo, document, or PDF) that you add to the email.
What is an "attachment" in an email?
A closing like "Sincerely" or "Thank you," followed by your name.
What should go at the end of your email?
Doing this shows respect and helps your message be taken seriously.
Why is it important to be polite in your emails?
Fill in the blank: In a formal email, you should avoid using ________
What is "slang" or "abbreviations"?
Fix this: "Dear teacher I need help with my project" (Notice no punctuation)
What is “Add punctuation and fix the sentence structure”?
A small section at the end of an email where you add your name and contact information.
What is an "email signature"?
This feature lets you reply to everyone who received the email, not just the person who sent it.
What is "Reply All"?
This is what you should do before writing an email.
"Can u help me with my HW pls?"
What is informal?
Fix this: "PLZ SEND NOTES!!!"
What is “Rewrite it politely and avoid all caps”?