Letter writing

Formal letters

A formal letter is written in

a formal language and

follows a specific

format. Formal or official

letters are written for

official purposes to

authorities or dignitaries to

apply for a job, commend a

good job done or to

complain about service.

Format

Sender’s address

Date

Name / Designation of Addressee

Address of the Addressee

Salutation

Subject

Body – Introduction, Content, Conclusion

Complimentary Close

Signature / Name of the Sender

Designation of the Sender

Letter of complaint

Wrong goods

Poor quality

Damaged good

Late delivery