Example of a letter to a pen-pal
Let’s find out Mary’s worries and inquiries prior to visiting Morocco.
| Dear Mehdi, My parents have finally given me their OK to spend a couple of weeks with you next summer. We’ll certainly have so much fun together, won’t we ? But, I’m a bit panicky about this visit. Morocco is miles away; it’s a new world for me, with customs and beliefs definitely different from the ones we’ve got here in Britain. What I got through net search didn’t in the least relieve my panic, and I still have a couple of questions in mind: – Shall I stay in a hotel or will you put me up ? – What are the common ways of greeting people in your country? – What about table manners? Do you use both hands when you’re eating? – And clothes? Should I dress up or wear casual things? I feel my dream to visit Morocco will come true at last. Till then, I count on you to tell me about the things above. That’s it for now. Keep in touch. Mary |
Phrases used in informal letters and their functions
To thank the person for writing
Thanks for you letter.
To apologize
I’m really sorry …
To change the subject
By the way …
To ask a favor
Could you do something for me ?
To suggest or invite
Why don’t we …
To request some information
Please let me know …
To share information
Have you ever heard about … ?
To finish the letter
I’d better get going.
To ask for a response
Write soon.
To express regard
Take care.
I am happy to see you a new information and new lesson