Writing a Formal Letter — Structure and Examples — English 2nd Year Middle School — Algerian Curriculum

Writing a Formal Letter

A formal letter is used for official communication. It follows a strict format and uses polite, professional language.

Structure of a formal letter

1. Sender’s address: Top right.
2. Date: Below address.
3. Recipient’s address: Left side, below date.
4. Subject line: Re: (short description of purpose).
5. Salutation: Dear Sir/Madam, / Dear Mr. Smith,
6. Body: Clear paragraphs. State purpose in first paragraph.
7. Closing: Yours faithfully, (if Dear Sir/Madam) or Yours sincerely, (if Dear Mr. X).
8. Signature: Full name.

Useful expressions

• I am writing to inquire about… / I would like to apply for…
• I would be grateful if you could… / I look forward to hearing from you.
• Please do not hesitate to contact me for further information.

Exercises

1. Write a formal letter applying for a summer job.
2. Write a letter requesting information about a school trip.
3. Compare formal and informal letters.

📍 دروس مشابهة

• العطف في اللغة العربية — حروف العطف ومعانيها وإعرابها مع أمثلة وتمارين — السنة ا
• السمع والتوازن عند الإنسان — تركيب الأذن وآلية السمع والمحافظة عليها — علوم الطب
• Les Adjectifs Possessifs – mon/ma/mes, ton/ta/tes, son/sa/ses, notre/nos, votre/