Writing A Formal Email

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Dr.

Ilhem Kadri
Master 1 MA, MFA.

Writing a formal email

Writing formal emails can help you improve the quality of your personal, academic, or
professional skills, communicate your thoughts effectively, and deliver meaningful
messages to people who need your advice. It's important to use a professional tone and
format when sending an important message via email. If you need to write a formal
email, you might benefit from reviewing the proper approach to writing one.

How to write a formal email?


Here are the steps to follow if you want to send a formal email that makes a professional
impression:
1) Confirm your email address is professional.
Professional email addresses can be from your educational institution or workplace, or they
can be a personal email address that contains elements of your name with as few other
symbols and numbers as possible.
2) Write your subject line.
Your subject line directly states the topic of your email. It should be as brief as possible and in
title case to appear professional.
3) Use a formal salutation.
Address the recipient by their title or honorific and last name. Here are some formal
salutations you might use: (Dear, hello, greetings…).
4) Introduce your self.
Introduce yourself in the first sentence. State your name and then explain your relation or
relevance to the recipient. For instance, a professor would want to know if you are writing as
a student or faculty member.
5) Communicate your message in a concise manner.
Your next paragraph provides additional detail about why you are writing. You might provide
some more information about yourself and explain what you hope to accomplish with your
email.
6) Close with appreciation.
Your final paragraph thanks your recipient for the time they took to read and consider your
message. Finally, use a formal closing and sign your name, providing professional contact
information if appropriate. Here are some formal closings you can use: (Best regards,
sincerely, with respect, cordially…).
7) Proofread and send your email.
Before hitting send, proofread your email closely. Make sure to avoid any typos or
grammatical errors in your communications. A well-written message can help you receive the
response you desire.
Dr. Ilhem Kadri
Master 1 MA, MFA.

Here is an example of a formal email:

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