Writing a Polite Email

What are we learning today?

You will write an email to refuse an invitation. You will follow four steps.

Explanation

• Plan: read the email and make notes. Where can't you go? Why not? What new plan do you suggest?
• Write: use polite language.
• Edit: read your text again. Is the order logical? Are the sentences complete?
• Check: is your language polite? Have you got all the information?

Examples

1. Hi Ted, I'm really sorry but I'm afraid I can't come because I've had an accident.
2. Could we meet another day?
3. I hope you have a fantastic time! Sorry again.

Remember!

• Say sorry when you can't come.
• Always read your text again.

Check yourself

1. Which phrase suggests another time?
2. What do you do after you write the first version?