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Letters of Condolence and SympathyWriting a letter of condolence is one of the most difficult tasks we undertake because it is always hard to know just what to say. Of course, what you say depends on how close you were to the deceased and/or the recipient of the letter. How to write a Condolence Letter A condolence letter should be written in a friendly format. Unless you are a close friend or relative, start the letter by introducing yourself. In the next paragraph, offer your sympathy. The third (and final) paragraph is the place to offer assistance (if you are sincere in your desire to help) and to try to say something that genuinely helps the bereaved work through their grief. Tips 1. Write the letter as soon as you learn the news2. Keep condolence letters short.3. Express your sympathy in simple words which are warm and convincing.4. Do share a fond memory of the departed in the body (second paragraph).5. Never say you know how they feel. Sample 1Dear BillWhen I called at your office yesterday I was very sorry to learn that you had been in a car accident on your way home from work recently. However, I was equally relieved to learn that you are making good progress and are likely to be back at work again in a few weeks.I had a long talk with Susan Carson and was glad to learn of your rising export orders. I expect to be in Leicester again at the end of next month and shall take the opportunity to call on you.Meanwhile I wish you a speedy recovery.Yours sincerelyPeter Jackson Sample 2Dear Mrs AndersonWe were distressed to read in The Times this morning that your Chairman had died and I am writing at once to express our deep sympathy.I had the privilege of knowing Sir James for many years and always regarded him as a personal friend. By his untimely passing our industry has lost one of its best leaders. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.Please convey our sympathy to Lady Langley and her family.Yours sincerelyPeter Jackson Sample 3 Dear James,In todays newspaper, I read about the recent events in your town and I am writing to extend my deepest condolences. It broke my heart to see all those pictures of those whose homes have been destroyed in the tragic hurricane. I couldnt believe my eyes when I saw a little girl crying on the roof of her house asking for help. I am really worried about you and your family, and all your friends there. I am crossing my fingers for you now in hopes that you are all safe and sound. I can only imagine how difficult this time must be for you, and I want to extend to you my unwavering support. Our government and many nongovernmental organizations are initiating various campaigns to urge people to donate money and necessary things to send to America. I donated all my allowance that I have been saving for years. I feel extremely sorry for this tragedy, and I will be looking forward to hearing from you. Please pass my concern on to your parents. Yours sincerely, Meng Fei Useful Expressions:I was saddened to hear of .I should like to extend my deepest sympathy to you.I was sorry to hear that .第二段表达一下你的个人感受。最后一段表明你愿意提供帮助的愿望。如：I wish you a very speedy recover.Meanwhile, if there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.Writing practice:汶川地震发生后，查尔斯王子致信中国人民表示慰问，并表示会将其珍藏的两幅油画在拍卖后所得的善款捐至汶川大地震孤儿救助专项基金。请将下面的英文译成中文，中文译成英文：The people of China have been very much in my thoughts over the past two weeks as I have watched, with mounting concern, the effects of the devastation caused by the terrible earthquake in Sichuan Province. It has been most impressive to see the marvellous way in which the Chinese humanitarian operations have brought swift and effective relief to those affected. I am particularly pleased that the Wenchuan Earthquake Orphan Fund has been established, to help the children who have lost their parents in the disaster.我想借这次机会，向这次灾难后的中国人民致以我最深切的同情，并向失去亲人的人们致以我发自内心深处的慰问。My Princes Charities are engaging ever more closely in China, including work to assist, in a small way, with the preservation of Chinas rich and diverse heritage. It would give me the greatest pleasure if we were able to develop these ties still further with, in particular, practical assistance from my Princes Foundation for the Built Environment in planning the reconstruction of parts of Sichuan Province.CharlesThe Prince of Wales原文：The people of China have been very much in my thoughts over the past two weeks as I have watched, with mounting concern, the effects of the devastation caused by the terrible earthquake in Sichuan Province. It has been most impressive to see the marvellous way in which the Chinese humanitarian operations have brought swift and effective relief to those affected. I am particularly pleased that the Wenchuan Earthquake Orphan Fund has been established, to help the children who have lost their parents in the disaster.I wanted to take this opportunity to send my deepest sympathy following this terrible tragedy to the people of China, and my most heartfelt condolences to all those who have lost loved ones. My Princes Charities（王子基金）are engaging ever more closely in China, including work to assist, in a small way, with the preservation of Chinas rich and diverse heritage. It would give me the greatest pleasure if we were able to develop these ties still further with, in particular, practical assistance from my Princes Foundation for the Built Environment in planning the reconstruction of parts of Sichuan Province.CharlesThe Prince of Wales参考译文：我最近非常惦念中国人民，在过去的两周当