Semi-formal letter guidance

• Semi-formal letter is type of the letter usually being sent to people we do not know very well or in situations which require more polite and respectful approach (e.g. a schoolteacher, school principal, etc.).
• e.g. dear Mr. and Mrs. Baker, use always last name since you know recipient, do not start with Dear Sir, Dear Madam.
• I am writing regarding…
Semi-formal letter
• Semi-formal letter body
• In this paragraph you write the main subject(s) of the letter in detail, starting a new paragraph for each topic
I would like to draw your attention to the aspects…
Firstly, what was described as….
It did not live to my expectations…
An even greater disappointment was…
The quality of… did not reflect the price paid…
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• A conclusion
• This should be a last paragraph of your letter, and you should write your closing remarks
• e.g. I am looking forward to seeing you next month…/to your prompt reply…
• e.g. I hope you can meet my request (inquiry)….
Semi-formal letter
• a semi-formal ending
• e.g. Regards/Best regards / Best wishes, etc. + your full name
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• Other tips: less frequent use of short forms, phrasal verbs and idioms; use a polite, respectful tone.
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• Informal: Why not phone the secretary and ask her?
• Semi-formal: It would be a good idea if you phoned the secretary and ask her.
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• Informal: I'm sorry, but I can't come on Friday night.
• Semi-formal: I'm afraid I won't be able to come on Friday in the evening.
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• Informal: I didn't like the food.
• Semi-formal: I was dissatisfied...

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