TIPS FOR INFORMAL EMAIL WRlTING

• Subject box

- Write a concise title that sumarises the email content

• Greetings

- 'Hello', 'Hi', 'Hello Max', 'Hi Max', 'Max' and even 'Hey' or 'Hey Max' are all goodopenings.- An email is less forrnal than a lettet so opening with 'Dear' is not usually necessary, butcan be used if it suits the occasion

• Content

- Short, focused and conversational.- Start with a personal note before going into the subject.- Do not write too long sentences.- Leave a gap between paragraphs.- Keep it brief.

• Grammar

- Avoid sloppy grammar.- You can use (but not abuse) text abbreviations like BTW (by the way) or FYI (for your. ~ tíon) D t . ct t' (lik 111111111177777777)inrorma Ion. o no use excessive pun ua Ion le .- Always check your spelling.- Read carefully before you click send.

• Text Style

- Keep emails in simple text (avoid html or enriched text)- Never email tn capítals üt's líke shouting)- Emoticons and smileys can be used to stress your points (but do not overuse)

• Signing off

- There are no standard formulas finishing emails, but emails are invariably of an informalnature.- 'Take it easy', 'See you soon', 'Love', 'Love always', are al! good.- 'Kind regards', 'Best wishes' are slightly more formal- If you're looking for advice or support, end with a note of thanks in advance.- Don't forget to add your name below.

• Signatures

- Optionally you can create your own personalised signature- It should be 3-4 lines long and contain your communication information, typically:- Name, email address and phone number

• More Usefullanguage (stock sentences)

- When you're initiating email contact with someone new"I'm just emailing to ask..." (to begin the email)

"I'm a friend of Bob's..." (to begin the email)

"Just let me know if you have any questions." (to end the email)

"Drop me an email, or give me a ring, if you want any more information." (to end theemail)

- When you're asking the recipient to take some action"Could you look into this?"

"Thanks in advance."

"Can you get back to me once you've had a chance to investigate?"

"l'd love to hear your advice on this one."

- When you need a response (but not necessarily any action taking)"Can you drop me a quick word so I know you've received this?"

"Look forward to hearing from you."

- When you've heard nothing back and want to chase up a reply"Just wondered if you got my ernaü (June 20th)?"

"When you get a moment, could you drop me a line about my last email?"

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It was great to see you last week. 1hope that you managed to find those shoes.

Simon's party is this Friday the 25th at the Banana Leaf. We've booked a table at 8pm. BTW Simon doesn't know yet so pleasekeep it to yourself. After that we thought we'd 90 to a night club for a little dance, great!

Frank and AUce can't make it to the restaurant, so will meet us afterwards. Everyone else will be there. so there will be 10 in total.

See you then

Thanks for bringlng the camera.

Jon

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Write an email

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Task 1. Some sentences have been removed from this email. Put them back in the rightplace.

Hello Max,

Thanks for the note from Greeee. _1_ 1hope you have a wonderful rest of your vaeation.

1have been busy with sehool and work. 1have only 1more semester to go. Woo Hoo. It'sbeen a tough semester and _2_. 1started a new job last week. 1enjoy it and it's niee tohave ajob that is connected to what 1am going to school foro

1will be finished around the 1st of August. So, the best time for me to visit with you wouldbe the month of August. _3_. Are you renting a car? Let me know what your plans are. 1wasn't sure what you wanted to see while you are in the States. As you know, we do not havea very good transportation system here as far as trains go.

Everybody is really excited to see you again. Lisa and her friends are going to rent a houseon the lake. _4_. We can go sailing! I'm so excited to see you.

PS- _S_And what about your Mom and Dad??

_6_. Take care and 1will chat with you soon.

Love Always,

Luey

A. Hopefu//y this wi// work out for you.B. 1 can't wait for it to be over with.e How is your sister?D. Sounds like heaven!E 1 need to leave for schoolF. It wi// be a grand time

Answers: 1 2_3_ 4_5_6_

Task 2. Reply to Lucy's emsit. Write approximately 200 words.