Writing a Formal Business Letter Flashcards
Polished
adjective
Elegant / skillful
Your performance last night was really polished.
The bride had a very polished look.
Versatile
adjective
Changeable / able to adapt
The new iPhone is very versatile.
She is a very versatile singer.
Format
verb
Arrange
You need to format your letter better.
Please format the document like I showed you.
Left / right justified
adjective
Align text to the left or right
Please write your email left justified.
In letters the address is right justified.
Layout
noun
The way something is arranged
The layout of this magazine is perfect.
I want to change the layout of my office.
Legible
adjective
Clear enough to read
I’m afraid your note was not legible.
She has beautiful and legible handwriting.
Restate
verb
Say something again
Please restate your qualifications in your cover letter.
I will now conclude by restating my main points.
Enclose
verb
Include something with a letter / email
Please enclose your sales report with your next email.
She enclosed a photo with the postcard.