Memos, e-mails and notes

Tip

When we write a note we usually use a very informal style and write in very short or incomplete sentences. We do not always use definite or indefinite articles. When we write an e-mail we use the form of a letter. We usually use an informal style in personal e-mails and formal style for business e-mails. We usually use memos in companies and offices to pass on information to employees. We use a formal, factual style.

Examples

E-mail

Dear Sally,

Thanks for inviting us to your party last weekend, we both had a great time.

I'm including the photos we took in an attachment. There's a great one of you and Jim in front of the pool.

We're having a party for Frank's birthday next month and we'd love it if you could come. I'll let you know the details later.

Take care,

Sharon

Note

Bill

at cinema with Jackie, back by 11pm
dinner's in the oven
don't forget to feed cat

Susan

Memo

ICB INTERNATIONAL
To:	All Employees
From:	Arthur Jones, asst mgr
Date:	15 February, 2006
Subject:	Use of mobile phones in the office

Please be advised that all employees with mobile phones are required to keep them turned off during working hours.
If you need to be contacted while at work, you can be reached through the main switchboard on 7267421
This number is to be used for emergencies only.

We appreciate your co-operation in this matter.