Essay: Informal Writing - SS2 English Lesson Note

What is an informal letter?

An informal letter is a letter that is written to a friend, family member, or other acquaintance. It is typically less formal than a business letter, and the language is more relaxed and personal.

Features of an informal letter

• The salutation: The salutation in an informal letter is usually more informal than in a business letter. For example, you might start your letter with "Dear John" instead of "Dear Mr. Smith."
• The body of the letter: The body of an informal letter is typically more personal and chatty than the body of a business letter. You can use contractions, slang, and other informal language in the body of your letter.
• The closing: The closing in an informal letter is also more informal than in a business letter. You might end your letter with "Love," "Yours truly," or "Sincerely."

Language of an informal letter

The language of an informal letter is typically more relaxed and personal than the language of a business letter. You can use contractions, slang, and other informal language in your informal letter. However, it is important to be mindful of your audience and to use language that is appropriate for the person you are writing to.

Model informal letter

Here is a model informal letter:

Dear John,

I hope this letter finds you well. I'm writing to you today to tell you about my recent trip to the beach.

I went to the beach with my family last weekend. We stayed at a small hotel right on the beach. The weather was perfect, and we had a great time swimming, sunbathing, and playing in the sand.

One of the highlights of our trip was going on a dolphin watching tour. We saw so many dolphins! They were so playful and graceful. It was amazing to see them up close.

We also went on a hike in the nearby national park. The views from the top of the mountain were incredible. We could see for miles in every direction.

We had a wonderful time at the beach, and I'm so glad we decided to go. I hope you're doing well, and I'll write to you again soon.

Love, Chris.