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
V. Exercise
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