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Writing a Friendly Letter

Learn the parts of a friendly letter and write one to a friend.

~14 min English Studies
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A friendly letter shares news with someone you know.

In this lesson you will:
  • Name the five parts of a friendly letter.
  • Write a short letter with correct layout.
  • Use a polite closing.

The Parts of a Letter

Every friendly letter has these parts:

  • Address and date at the top right.
  • Greeting, such as "Dear Amina,".
  • Body — your news in one or two paragraphs.
  • Closing, such as "Your friend,".
  • Signature — your name.

Keep It Warm and Clear

Write the way you speak to a friend, but in complete sentences. Ask a question at the end so your friend can reply.

A short letter

Dear Amina,

How are you? I am fine. We have started learning multiplication in school. I can now count in threes.

Your friend,
Ada

Note Put a comma after the greeting and after the closing.

Practice

  1. List the five parts of a friendly letter.
  2. Write a letter to a cousin telling them about your favourite subject.
  3. Check that your letter has a date, greeting, body, closing and signature.

Recap

A friendly letter has a date, greeting, body, closing and signature. Write clearly and warmly.

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