Model Letters

These letters are useful for students who want to learn how to write particular types of letter in English. There is an application for a job, a letter to a newspaper and several complaint letters.

To do some exercises on these texts click here.

Complaint letter from business to business.

Dear Mr Thompsen,
I recently received a letter from a Mr Robinson, a valued customer of ours. He purchased ... More

Complaint letter from a business customer to a telephone company

Dear Sir,
I am writing this letter to complain in the strongest terms about the poor service..... More

A letter to a magazine expressing an opinion about tourism

Dear Sir-As someone who has travelled throughout Asia on business and holiday I would like to give my opinion.... More

A letter in application for a job

Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing this letter to apply for the position of student assistant that I saw advertised on your website.... More

Informal Letter

Hi Leo,
It's been a while since we wrote, so I thought I'd drop you a line to...... More

An informal letter asking for a favour

Hi Jen,
I'm writing this letter because I really need your help. More

A semi-formal e-mail in the form of a report

Hi Doug,
Just getting back to you with a preliminary report..... More