《商务英语写作》课件Lecture 11 Congratulation Letter

1、Lecture ElevenCongratulation Letters Lecture 11Learning ObjectivesDefinition of Congratulation LettersFormats of Congratulation LettersReply to Congratulation LettersWriting of Congratulation LettersTeaching Focus CongratulationLetters Part One Definition of Congratulation LetterI. Definition of Con

2、gratulation Letter The congratulation letter is usually written to congratulate the receiver on something. It is used both personal and business situations. 2. Types of Congratulation Writing There are two types of congratulation letter. (1)In business use, the writer and receiver are most likely to

3、 be business partners and clients. (2)The primacy use is to formally congratulate someone for an outstanding achievement and accomplishment.3. The Purpose of Congratulation WritingAn congratulation letter can be written for the following purposes:(1) on getting a new job(2) on a speech or presentati

4、on(3) on an achievement, an accomplishment, or on a job well done(4) on ones birthday, engagement, wedding, marriage(5) on ones graduation, retirement(6) on publishing a book, winning an award, on receiving a scholarship(7) on the anniversary of something(8) on the opening of a new business, store o

5、r office Part Two The Format of Congratulation Letter1. The Format of Congratulation WritingAn congratulation letter contains:The headingDateInside addressSalutationBody of letterComplementary closeSignatureEnclosure 1. The Format of Congratulation WritingIn the congratulation letter, besides the co

6、ngratulation words, the sender always mentions the receivers effort for his deserved achievement. 1. The Format of Congratulation WritingAttention：A congratulation letter should be simple and concise, usually under one page length. The stationary is always selected. 2. The Tone of Congratulation Wri

7、tingThe tone of Congratulation letter should be:(1) sincere(2) natural(3) positive (4) without exaggeration Part Three The Sample of Congratulation LetterCongratulation Letter on PromotionDateName/TitleBusiness/OrganizationAddress,City, State Zip CodeDear Name:My congratulations to you on your recen

8、t promotion to national sales manager. I know that you have worked hard for Newton Corporation and therefore I am delighted that you have been promoted to thisnew and challenging position.Your company is very fortunate to have benefited from your expertise as well as loyalty during these years.Cordi

9、allySignatureNameCongratulating a top salespersonDateName/ TitleBusiness/ OrganizationAddressCity, State Zip CodeDear Richard:Congratulations to you on establishing a new sales volume record last year. I know you worked hard to achieve this and it is great to see that you were able to attain your go

10、al.We need people like you, Richard. Keep up the good work!SincerelySignatureName Part Four Practice on WritingCongratulation LetterExercise I. MatchA.衷心祝贺 B.任命 C.热烈祝贺 D. 晋升 E. 因 赞扬F. 当选 G. 杰出成就 H. 卓越贡献I. 应得殊荣 J. 诚挚祝福( ) outstanding accomplishment( ) remarkable contribution( ) heartfelt congratulati

11、on( ) warmest congratulation( ) much-deserved prestigious award( ) promotion( ) appointment( ) election( ) commend for( ) earnest wishKeys to Exercise I.( G ) outstanding accomplishment( H ) remarkable contribution( A ) heartfelt congratulation( C ) warmest congratulation( I) much-deserved prestigio

12、us award( D ) promotion( B ) appointment( E ) election( E) commend for( J ) earnest wishExercise II. RevisingMay5, 2008Dear Mr. Jiang, I have received your letter congratulating on my appointment. My new position is one that will require total commitment and full of challenges, and I assure you that

13、 I am determined to do my utmost to make the company much stronger in every way possible. Looking forward to seeing you next month!Sincerely yoursHenry MillerKeys to Exercise II. May5, 2008Dear Mr. Jiang, I have received your letter congratulating on my appointment. Thank you very much for your letter. It was kind of you to take the time and trouble to writing. I sincerely appreciate your kindness. I also wish to thank you for the assistance you have given me in my work.My new position is one that will require tota