Formal language
How do official letters end?
with a formal closing phrase like "Sincerely," or "Respectfully," followed by a comma, then space for a handwritten signature (if physical), and finally your typed full name and title
what does email consist of?
Адрес
Заголовок
Тело
Вложения
what does the email header consist of?
What is the difference between formal and informal email?
The tone is professional, polite, and does not use colloquial language.
The vocabulary is precise and discipline-specific, and slang or colloquial expressions are avoided.
The sentence structure is long and complex, often using subordinate clauses and formal transitions.
The use of pronouns - formal writing usually avoids first and second person pronouns (I, you) in favor of third person or passive constructions.
Abbreviations - formal writing completely avoids abbreviations (do not, cannot, will not).
How to understand that the letter is informal
Conversational tone. The author expresses thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a friendly and conversational manner.
Use of colloquial vocabulary. The letter may contain slang, idioms, and abbreviations.
First-person references. For example, the use of the pronoun "I": "I am sorry", "I think".
Specific addresses. In letters to a friend, the author addresses a specific person by name.
Structure
Flexible structure. There are no strict formatting rules, and the author can personalize the letter.
Greeting. Depending on the relationship with the recipient, variations such as "Hi [Name]", "Hello [Name]", or even a simple "Hey" can be used. For close friends or relatives, use more informal greetings: "Dear [Name]", "My dearest [Name]".
Introduction. You can ask the recipient how they are doing or share personal experiences.
Main part.
Структура