Writing Business Letters

1. When we are writing to friends or family members we can write in an informal way. We can use casual language and abbreviations.

2. When we are writing to companies, a boss or someone you don´t know, we need to use standard formal language. We should use regular spelling and punctuation rules. The formal letters are usually typewritten. They are not handwritten.

WRITING MODEL EXAMPLE: 

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SALUTATIONS AND CLOSINGS:

Formal Salutations:

1. Dear { Mr. / Mrs. / Ms. / Dr.
2. Dear Sir or Madam
3. To whom it may concern

Formal Closings:

Sincerely,
Respectfully (yours),
Cordially,

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