3 Types of Letter Writing in English (+Examples)

Do you want to know the types of letter writing in English and how to identify them?

At the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

• List the 3 types of letter writing.

• Define each of the types of letter writing.

• Give an example of each type of letter writing.

See the types of letter writing in English

1. Informal letter

This type of letter is written to someone you know very well or have a personal relationship with.

The person (or receiver of your letter) is usually a family member or close friend.

Example.

• Write a letter to your brother living overseas…

2. Formal letter

This is a letter to an office or someone in an official position (whether you know the person or not).

The person (or receiver of your letter) is usually in a position of authority higher than yours or even lower but in an official setting.

Example

3. Semi-formal letter

This type of letter is written to someone you know (maybe, quite well) but who do not have a personal relationship with.

The person (or receiver of your letter) is usually your local church leader, colleague at work, family friend or even in-laws.

Example