Types of Cards (with examples)

Types of letters

There are different Types of letters according to the relationship between the sender and the receiver and according to the purpose for which the text is written.

Letters are written texts that have a sender (who writes and signs the letter) and a receiver (a recipient who receives the letter). The senders usually put the letters in an envelope, in which it is specified who is the sender and who is the addressee.

The letters can have different structures, but generally consist of different parts in which it is reported:

Types of letters

Formal letters

Formal letters are those that are written with a formal language and with a certain structure, because there is no relationship of familiarity or trust between the sender and the receiver. For example, the letters a customer sends to a company.

Depending on the purpose for which they are written, formal letters can be:

Informal letters

Informal letters do not have a very defined structure and informal language is used in them, because the sender and the receiver have a close relationship. For example, the letter someone sends to a friend.

Depending on the purpose for which they are written, informal letters can be:

Examples of letters

1. Presentation letter

Santiago de Chile, March 15, 2020

Mr. Pedro Enríquez
Human Resources Director of Petróleos S.A.

I am writing to you in order to apply for the position of general secretary of company headquarters.

I would like to work in this company because it is one of the most valued in the sector. I have experience in other similar positions, having worked as general secretary for ten years in two companies that are dedicated to the refining of petroleum.

In addition, I have knowledge of English, French and German and of different computer programs that are used in this type of work.

I attach my CV, in which you will find the information about my experience, my studies and my personal data.

Waiting for your news, sincerely greets you,

Mariano perez

1. Thank-you letter

Madrid, April 12, 2017

Dear Sirs:

The reason for this letter is to thank you for your help in recovering the suitcase that I had left behind at the hotel. I greatly appreciate your generous gesture of sending it by mail, as well as the collaboration, the good disposition and the good treatment of all the employees.

I hope to one day be able to return to such an incredible hotel, which will be recommended to everyone I know.

Sincerely, I say goodbye,

Maria Araoz

1. Letter of recommendation

Quito, May 28, 2018

Lic. Jose Lopez
Director of the National Biochemistry Laboratory

I hereby inform that I had the opportunity to work with Mariano Hernández, who was my laboratory assistant for fifteen years. I can affirm that he is a person who is very committed to work and that he is very responsible.

In addition, he has an impressive resume, since he has done internships in three laboratories with a lot of international prestige.

For what was expressed above, I recommend it for this type of work.

Feel free to contact me with any questions.

Sincerely,

Sandra Garcia

1. Letter from a reader

Guayaquil, September 10, 2019

Mr. Principal:

I am very impressed and excited with the work they are doing to publish the different cultural activities that are taking place in the city. Since they began to set the agenda for artistic events, followed by a short review, I have been visiting many museums.

I think it is a very important contribution to the whole community, a way of getting closer to our own culture.

Maria Perez

1. Application letter

Medellín, October 24, 2020

Dear Sales Representative:

My name is Sandra Martínez and I am interested in hiring the Internet and cable television service.

I ask you to send me the corresponding information in relation to the quality of the service, the current promotions and the installation.

I am looking forward to your response,

Sandra Martinez

1. An apology letter

Caracas, December 20, 2018

Dear Rodrigo Sánchez
Company director

I am Clara Gacría, director of the company's design area, and hereby I would like I apologize to you, as I will not be able to attend the company's end-of-year dinner for reasons personal.

I hope you have a happy holiday season.

She greets you cordially,

Clara Garcia

1. Letter of complaint

Seville, October 4, 2016

Dear Sirs:

I am writing to inform you that I have bought a cell phone from your company, but that it does not work properly as it constantly shuts down.

By means of this letter I would like to request that my device be exchanged for a new one.

Awaiting your reply, you kind regards,

Ines Juarez

1. Business letter

Bogotá, February 10, 2018

Dear Sirs:

I would like to request a change in the contract that I will be signing with the company next Monday.

The clause I refer to is number 14 and I need to make it clear that I need your product to be delivered to the office on the first Monday of each month.

In case the delivery cannot be made that day, I ask you to inform me what other day it could be.

Awaiting your reply, I cordially bid you farewell,

Enzo Perez

1. Sales letter

Buenos Aires, August 25, 2020

Dear Sir:

I would like to inform you hereby that our company is offering a new product, the L20 lawn mower.

This machine is very easy to use and is the most efficient on the market. It has a battery that lasts more than thirty hours and has a built-in rake, which cleans the grass that has already been cut.

Our sales team is at your disposal in case you want to consult.

Kind regards,

Ariel gomez
Sales Manager

1. Letter of Authorization

La Paz, November 14, 2018

Dear Gentlemen of the Marketing Department:

I hereby authorize Jimena Pérez to vote for me at today's meeting. As you already know, I will not be able to attend the meeting for personal reasons.

Upon returning to the office, we will meet so that they can comment on the news as we had previously agreed.

Send you a cordial greeting,

Sergio Lopez

1. Birthday card

México D.F., July 4, 2017

Dear Aunt:

Happy Birthday!

I hope you have a great day with your loved ones.

Sorry to be so far away and not be able to attend your birthday.

I send you a big hug,

Luke

1. Farewell letter

Lima, June 13, 2019

Dear coworkers:

As I have already mentioned, this is my last week of work in this office and I wanted to tell you that thanks to you I was able to grow a lot as a professional.

Also, I was lucky to meet them and I can tell you that they are all great people and excellent professionals.

They know they can call or write me whenever they need to.

Greetings.

Roberto Diaz

1. Friendship letter

Montevideo, January 28, 2015

Clear:

I am writing this letter to thank you for so many years of friendship. For me, you are a great friend that I can trust.

We've known each other for many years, that's why I know that you trust me too.

I send you a greeting with much affection,

Sabrina

1. Welcome Letter

Valparaíso, July 12, 2018

Dear neighbor:

Through this letter we want to welcome you. We hope that you can settle in in a few days and that we can meet in person.

We enclose the building regulations, so you can read it when you can.

For any questions, do not hesitate to write to us at the neighbors chat.

Greetings,

Your new neighbors

1. Thank-you letter

Santo Domingo, October 17, 2018

Dear Sergio and María:

We want to thank you for the television that you have given us for our wedding. We use it a lot!

We hope both of you are doing well.

Greetings,

The newlyweds, Lucas and Patricia

1. Letter of Invitation

Cartagena de Indias, June 13, 2015

Dear pablo:

We want to invite you to the dinner that we will have for José's birthday.

The celebration is on Saturday at eight o'clock at El Maizal Restaurant.

We await your confirmation,

Greetings.

Jose and Micaela

1. Travel letter

Havana, April 12, 2018

Dear Ana:

I wanted to tell you that the place where I am spending my vacations is spectacular. I am on a beach in the Caribbean, therefore, the water has a very pleasant temperature and the landscape is beautiful.

The hotel overlooks the beach, has a pool that can be used all day and also has very good service.

The food in the restaurants is excellent and the excursions are a lot of fun.

See you soon!

Mariana

1. Congratulation letter

Guanajuato, August 18, 2019

Dear Jorge:

Congratulations! You are already a lawyer! We are very proud because we know that you have made a great effort to receive you.

We also wanted to congratulate you because your parents have told us that you have graduated with an honors degree.

We wish you the best in this new stage,

Silvio and Daniela

1. Holiday celebration letter

Rosario, December 28, 2018

Lucy:

Happy New Year to you and your whole family!

We hope you have a beautiful end of the year with your loved ones.

Greetings,

Diego and Pablo

1. News letter

Rio de Janeiro, February 20, 2019

Dear Enrique:

I am writing to tell you that I am doing very well in my new job. The people are very friendly and I am learning a lot.

Also, I moved into a new apartment, which is bigger and nicer than the old one. From here you can see the sea!

How are things over there?

Greetings,

Darius

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