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《英文天天写》是沪江部落一档写作类节目,其目的在于提升大家的英语写作能力。每期节目主持人都会给出一个话题,积极参加的童鞋还会得到主持人的专业点评哦!想提高英语写作的童鞋千万不要错过哦!
背景介绍:
在雅思general training写作考试中,task1就是英文书信的写作;而在平时工作或学习中,Email或信件书写也是非常重要的一项的技能。
说到英文书信的格式,和中文的差别还是比较大的。以下是七宝自己总结的几个归类和自己写过的例子(仅作参考):
1. 学术类Email format:
Dear Professor Andrews:
My name is XXX in your course XXX. Please find my assignment in the attachment.
Thank you for your time.
Best regards,
XXX
Master of Civil Engineering
Department of Civil Engineering
University of Toronto
2. 求职类cover letter format:
Jennie Jiang
(address) xxx, xxxx
Toronto, Ontario XXXXXX (postcode)
xxx-xxx-xxxx (cellphone number)
June 8th, 2014
Engineering Outreach Office
Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
University of Toronto
35 St. George Street, GB 204
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A4
Dear Sir or Madam:
I am writing in response to the position of DEEP counselor, as I received the posting email from Mr. Anderson in the department of Civil Engineering. I am a first year master student majoring in environmental engineering and experienced ambassador in volunteer work with adolescent and university students. Now i am very interested in working at DEEP summer academy to help DEEP students explore the unique charm of science and engineering.
XXXX---this paragraph usually shows your past or relevant experience.
XXXX---this paragraph introduces more about your personality. For example, i am a highly independent and conscientious personal who works hard and pays attention to details. I'm flexible, quick to pick up new skills and eager to learn from others. And I am always showing my respect and appreciation to the other people and the around society as well. I also have lots of ideas and enthusiasm, along with strong teamwork spirit.
结尾段:I will be very grateful for the opportunity to work with DEEP instructors and the Engineering Outreach team. The accompanying resume can serve to provide you with greater details of my background and experience.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely yours,
Jennie Jiang
3. 办理签证或者其他手续的邀请信 letter of invitation format:
Jennie Jiang
XXX, XXXX (address)
Toronto, ON, Canada
XXX XXX (postcode)
Date: June 6th, 2014
The Canadian Embassy, Immigration Section
Dear Visa Officer,
SUBJECT: Invitation for Parents to Attend University of Toronto Convocation
My name is Jennie Jiang (d.o.b. Aug. Xth,XXX). I am writing this letter to support the Visitor Visa application of my mother XXX XXXX.
I am an international student in my last semester for my master’s degree in the department of civil engineering in University of Toronto (copy of study permit and confirmation of enrollment letter attached). All my courses will be completed in this August, and my convocation will be in the early November. I will request a bridge extension on my study permit as shown expiry date on August 1st, 2014. Moreover, my mother will cover all the travel expenses and she will stay in the Comfort hotel located at 15 Charles St. E. Toronto, ON (M4Y 1S1) near my living condo.
It would be my pleasure to have my mother come to Toronto as a witness of my master’s graduation. Should you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me at XXX-XXX-XXXX, or via email XXX or the address above.
Best regards,
Jennie Jiang
Guests:
Name: xxx xxxx
Address: xxxx
Telephone: xxxx
Relationship: Mother
4. 生活中informal email for communication format:
以下是我的加拿大外教老师Lily写的一封邮件,比较随意和自然的交流:
Hi Jennie,
How are things going, sorry I missed the time to call but it is too late to call, but just wanted to connect and see how you are doing. Exams finished I bet you feel a lot less stressed. What are your plans now? We are heading to the states at the end of June...we hope as things are not yet finalized for our return to China. It is our hope to head to Changsha on the 15th and spend a few days there...we will then be heading to Shenzhen to do our documents that will take some time and so I think we will be spending a bit of time there until it is done. We have yet to book our flights and hope to be home the end of June...wonder if you could get an American visa to visit in Virginia...otherwise you could visit with us in Canada when we arrive there which is the beginning of August...not sure your plans but let us know...we will be driving across America to Canada so could be a fun road trip..will be on Vancouver island the beginning of August.
Hugs
Lily
Lily E. Visser MFA
从称呼可以看出比较简洁,直接用的nickname,而且内容表达也比较口语化,不是考试类型的语言。这类书信的表达在国外相当常见也是用得最多的。
5. 雅思G类写作task1 ---背景信息 写作任务:
可能不是很多考试选择G类雅思,因为这类考试一般是移民的目的;A类的雅思写作是留学的目的,task1是图表的描述;G is short for general training, A is short for Academic.
其实英文书信的表达并不比图表描述容易,而从可用性来说,书信表达更实际有用。
Format:
Dear Lily:
I am writing to tell you that ... (explain the purpose of this letter-写作任务一) move to a new house due to the job change.
XXXXXX (introduce the new house-写作任务二)the new house is located in xxx and it has 3 bedrooms.
XXXXXX (invite your friend to come and visit-写作任务三)It would be pleasant that you could come for a visit.
Lots of Love
Jennie
童鞋是不是想练练手了?那就看看下面的雅思G类考题task1 写作,英文书信练习起来吧!
话题:
2014-06-07 IELTS General Training Writing test task 1:Downtown Toronto test 原题回顾
You will write a letter to the manager to help at the center for old people. In your letter, please state below three key points:
1. why you want to help
2. what experience you have before
3. how and when you can help there
note: please at least 150 words.雅思规定字数
注意以上三点内容要在信中表达清楚,ready? go and write!
you can start with:
Dear Mr. Andrews:
....
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