Writing Formal, Semi-Formal and Informal Letter (B2)

Informal Letters

Salutation: Dear [Recipient's First Name], Hello [Recipient's First Name]
Opening Phrases: I hope this letter finds you well… I trust this letter finds you in good health…
Reason for Writing: I‘m writing to update you on...I wanted to let you know about…
Expressing Opinions: In my opinion, … From my point of view, …
Proposing: I’d like to suggest that… Maybe we could consider…
Expressing Interest: I’m interested in… I’m writing to express my interest in…
Closing Remarks: I appreciate your time and attention to this matter… Thank you for considering my request… I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Closing Salutation: Best regards.. Kind regards… Yours truly

Semi-formal Letter

Salutation: Greetings [Recipient's First Name], Good morning/afternoon/evening [Recipient's First Name]
Opening Phrases: I hope this correspondence finds you well… I trust this message finds you in good health…
Reason for Writing: I am reaching out to provide an update on... I wanted to inform you about…Expressing Opinions: From my perspective, … In my view, …
Proposing: I would like to propose that… Perhaps we could explore the possibility of…
Expressing Interest: I am keenly interested in... I am writing to convey my interest in…
Closing Remarks: I appreciate your time and consideration of this matter… Thank you for giving attention to my communication… I anticipate your response in the near future.
Closing Salutation: With best regards… With kind regards… Yours sincerely...

Formal Letters

Salutation: Dear Sir/Madam, To whom it may concern, Dear [Recipient's Last Name]
Opening Phrases: I am writing to inquire about... I am writing to bring to your attention… I am writing to express my concern regarding…
Reason for Writing: I am writing to request information about… I am writing to inform you of… I am writing to complain about…
Requesting Information: I would appreciate it if you could provide me with… Could you please send me more details about… I am interested in obtaining information regarding…
Offering Help: If I can be of any assistance, please let me know… Please feel free to contact me if you require any further information… I am at your disposal should you need any support…
Closing Remarks: Thank you for your attention to this matter… I look forward to your prompt response… Your cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated.
Closing Salutation: Yours faithfully (when starting with Dear Sir/Madam), Yours sincerely (name)