Letter Example Outline for Students
Letter Example Outline for Students
Letter Outline
1. Heading
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Your Address (optional for personal letters)
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City, State, Zip Code (optional)
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Date (e.g., October 9, 2054)
2. Greeting/Salutation
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Formal: “Dear [Title] [Last Name],” (e.g., Dear Mr. Smith,)
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Informal: “Hi [First Name],” or “Hello [First Name],”
3. Opening Paragraph
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Purpose of the Letter: Briefly introduce the purpose of your letter. For example:
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Personal letter: “I hope this letter finds you well.”
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Formal letter: “I am writing to express my interest in...”
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4. Body Paragraph(s)
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Main Content:
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Personal Letter: Share news, updates, or personal reflections.
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Formal Letter: Use separate paragraphs for details, arguments, or requests.
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Business Letter: Clearly discuss the purpose in a concise, professional manner.
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5. Closing Paragraph
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Wrap-Up: Summarize key points, express thanks, or outline next steps.
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Personal Letter: “I look forward to hearing from you soon.”
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Formal Letter: “Thank you for considering my request.”
6. Closing/Signature
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Formal Closing: “Sincerely,” “Best regards,” or “Yours faithfully,”
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Informal Closing: “Best,” “Take care,” or “With love,”
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Your Name: Leave space for a signature (if needed) and type your name below.
7. Postscript (Optional)
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P.S.: Add any additional thoughts or reminders.
