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PERSONAL LETTER.

 


I. Definition
A personal letter is a type of letter (or informal composition) that usually concerns personal matters (rather than professional concerns) and is sent from one individual to another. It's longer than a dashed-off note or invitation and is often handwritten and sent through the mail.

II. Structures of Personal Letter
Date: the date indicates when the letter was written 
Address: shows the address of the sender 
Salutation & name: contains grooting and the recipient's name 
Introduction: usually a response to the previous letters or self-introductions
Body: tells about all of the things you want to say to the recipient
Closure: to close the conversation
Complimentary close: a short closing expression 
Signature: add your signature or your initials

III. The Linguistic Features of Personal Letter

Sentence structure
- Accuracy of grammar is important
- Complete sentences are expected
- Slang can be used
- Use the contractions such as I'll, I'm, We'll
- Use personal pronouns such as I, We, You 
- Use active voice

Style
- Language use may be personal like the first and second person pronouns
- Be warm
- Use the person's name you are writing to
- Very sentence length
- Write in a natural, conversational style
- Let your personality shine through in your writing

IV. Example
Jakarta 28, March 2021

Ten Ahmad Yani Street, Jakarta

Dear Anne,

How are you? I hope that you are okay. I miss you so much, and I promise that I will visit you during the school vacation.

Let’s make a plan for holiday together. How about your school? I hope that everything is okay and we can graduate together. See you soon Anne.

Sincerely,
Jeanne


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