Informal Letter

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How to Write an
Informal Letter
Welcome to our presentation on writing informal letters. Learn the key
elements, structure, useful phrases, and see examples to master the art
of informal letter writing.

2.

Introduction to Informal Letters
Informal letters are personal correspondence between friends, family, or acquaintances. They
provide a way to express emotions, share news, and maintain relationships. Let's dive in!

3.

Key Elements of an Informal Letter
1
3
Salutation
2
Opening Paragraph
Start with a friendly greeting to address
Set the tone and purpose of the letter,
the recipient.
and briefly mention the main topic.
Main Body
4
Closing Paragraph
Develop your ideas, include anecdotes,
Summarize your thoughts, request a
and elaborate on the main subject.
response, or suggest future plans.

4.

Structure of an Informal Letter
Sender's Address
Date
Recipient's Address
Include your address,
Write the date below your
Add the recipient's address
usually in the top right
address or on the right side.
aligned to the left margin.
corner.

5.

Useful Phrases and E xpressions in
Informal Letters
Greetings
E xpressing Gratitude
Dear [Name], Hi [Name], Hey [Name],
Thank you so much for..., I really
What's up [Name]? How are you [Name]?
appreciate..., I'm grateful for...
S haring News
S igning Off
Guess what? I have some exciting news!
Take care, Best wishes, Yours sincerely,
You won't believe what happened...
Love, Hugs and kisses

6.

Examples of Informal Letters
Pen Pal Letter
Birthday
Invitation
Family Reunion
Announcement
Thank You Letter
pen pal sharing your
Invite a friend to
Inform your family
gratitude to a friend
hobbies, interests,
your birthday party,
members about an
or family member for
and asking
mentioning the date,
upcoming reunion,
their help, support,
questions about
time, location, and
including the
or a kind gesture.
their life.
any special
planned activities
instructions.
and the reunion
Write a letter to a
date.
Express your

7.

Conclusion and R ecap
Writing an informal letter allows you to connect with your loved ones on a personal level.
Remember the key elements, structure, and use expressive language to make your letters
memorable.