USEFUL PHRASES FOR FORMAL LETTERS
OPENING A LETTER
I am writing to inform you that/ will be leaving at the end of June.
(used for giving information)
I am writing to inform you of my intention (a plan to do sth) to
terminate (end or stop sth) my lease (a legal agreement for renting a
property).
I am writing to enquire whether...
(used for asking a question or making a request)
I regret to inform you that...(used for giving bad news)
I am delighted to inform you that...(used for giving good news)
I am writing in response to your appeal for (an urgent or sincere
request for people to give money, help, etc.) aid in...
(used for replying to an advertisement, etc.)
Please accept my sincere (expressing what you really think or feel)
condolences (the things you say to show sympathy when sb has just
died)
(used for expressing apologies, sympathy, etc.)