IELTS General Writing Task 1 Samples

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How are you? I hope you've been well. I recived the letter in which you mentioned that you bought the movie tickets for both of us to watch the first show of Barbie movie. I know we both were really excited when we watched the trailer and decided to see the first day first show. But unfortunately, I am won't be able to go with you. I sincerely apologize for this last minute cancellation.
I am writing in regard to the recent alterations made in the route of bus number 2. Usually, this bus used to start from transit terminal to Brier Park, Brantford, covering Lynden Park Mall and the nearby industries on the Bodine Drive. After the changes in route, the public transport does not go to Bodine Drive where the most of businesses are located.
How are you? I hope you've been well. I read the letter you sent last week, and I am glad to hear that you decided to start a business. The notion of opening a food truck in Brantford is great. Moreover, there are not many Indian restaurants in Brantford as compared to the population of Indian people living there.
I hope this letter finds you in excellent spirits. It has been quite some time since we last met, and I am excited to share some extraordinary news with you.
I hope this letter finds you in radiant health and the best of spirits. I am your next door neighbour. I am writing this letter to highlight a few issues, which I am facing, because of the parking lot that we share.
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing this letter to express my dissatisfaction with the IELTS exam conducted on 23 March 2025 in Ludhiana. I appeared for the General Training test.
I am really grateful that you given me a chance to be a part of your company. Unfortunately, I would not be able to accept the offer. However, I appreciate the compensation and a company car you are offering, but due to my promotion at current job, I regret to inform you that I would have to decline the proposal.
I just heard the great news about your new job at the tech firm in Toronto! Congratulations – that’s absolutely amazing! You’ve always been passionate about software engineering and innovation, so this role must be a perfect fit.
It's been a while! I hope you're doing great. I am writing this letter to invite you to a traditional festival-Diwali, which is also know as festival of light on 2nd October 2025 in my country.
I hope this letter finds you in the best of your spirits. I am writing this letter to invite you on Auto Expo 2025, which is going to be held in New Delhi from 24 December at Pragati Maidan. In this event, a number of car manufacturers from all over the world will participate and showcase their upcoming vehicles. Moreover, many participants will display their innovations, which could change our future vehicles such as, self-driven cars, etc.
I hope everything is going well and you are healthy. It's been two years since we last saw each other. We had great times together at university. Actually, I am planning to take a PHD course in the UK, where you live. I have received an offer from Harvard University to study the pharmaceutical field. The course lasts 4 years, and the tuition fee is 2000 $.
I am writing this letter to inquire about the availability of scholarship opportunities for international students interested in enrolling in the Master's program in Business Marketing.
I, Simranpreet Kaur, student at Conestoga College, am writing to enquire about the facilities and games you offer at your ABC sports club. Actually, I heard about your oraganisation from my friend who is already a member. I am keenly interested in joining your sports club.
I am writing to enquire about your offer on family suite. I have heard a lot about your resort from my friend, and he is the one who informed us about your special offer on booking the family suite. I would like to book the suite for 8 people including two children from August 2 to August 7, 2025.
I hope you’re doing well. I’m writing this letter to say sorry for not meeting you when I visited London last week. I was looking forward to seeing you, and I felt very bad that I had to cancel our plan.
I am Mohammadreza Hadavi, and I am writing this letter regarding a problem that I faced during my trip to Canada. Unfortunately, I went to visit a museum in Toronto. While enjoying the historical accessories, I discovered that I had lost my phone, a Samsung A56 5G 256 GB with a black cover, which I purchased last month from an Apple Centre in Berlin.
I, Simranpreet Kaur, student of Master's in Mathematics is reaching out to you regarding the assignment of algebra which is due next week. I have always attended the classes regularly without taking off. Unfortunately, I am feeling under the weather from last three days.
My name is Tomás Alcaide, and I am writing to you regarding the recent announcement that I saw yesterday on the Nature and History Museum website, in which it was claimed that you are seeking volunteers to work at your facilities.
Some people argue that government budgets should be for young people’s education, while others believe that investing in illiterate adults has a greater impact on the economy and long-term benefits.
Some people argue that government budgets should be for young people’s education, while others believe that investing in illiterate adults has a greater impact on the economy and long-term benefits.
I am writing to let you know that I am keenly interested in the position of Quality Assurance Manager in your company. To begin with, I have a degree in Food Science and a diploma in Quality Assurance and Management from Conestoga College. Provided that, I met you company's qualification criteria, I feel that I will be a good fit for this position.
I am writing to express my gratitude for hosting a wonderful birthday party for my maternal grandfather. The party took place on July 20th, 2025, in the party hall of your restaurant. Everyone enjoyed the occasion.
Finally, the most awaited day is coming that you will be here with us. Its been such a long time that we have not see each. Can't wait to see you.
My family and I, are planning for a weekend vacation, and looking to make bookings in your hotel. We will arrive there at night time on Friday, 25th July at 7:30 p.m., and will be departed on 27th July, Sunday evening at 4:30 p.m.We are four family members, including my wife, I, and two young children. I need a spacious room with an en-suite bathroom facility. The room must equipped with modern-day facilities, such as television, laptop, air conditioner. small refrigerator, coffee-making machine. It would be great If room offers temperature control option too. I am looking to receive an email from your side about price quotations at [email protected] or your phone call at 647113311.I would like to know about the activities in which we could participate there, and other places to visit that are popular among tourists. Does your hotel provide guide or cap facilities? Kindly send me all the details, so we can make arrangements accordingly. Please also mention if we need to bri...
How are you? I hope you've been well. I am genuinely delighted to tell you that I have been attending cooking classes lately. You already know how much I love cooking. Interestingly, last week I saw an advertisement about cooking classes on weekend, and I was like I am going to attend these classes at any cost.
I am writing this letter to show my gratitude towards the initiative your company is taking. I cannot thank you enough that finally somebody is taking interest to support local community. Your idea of sponsoring the children's team is magnificant; this will give the young players a motivation to play and work hard in their field. Moreover, it will enhance the participation, and will give a fair chance to the brilliant players.
How are you? The last time we met was at our annual get-together party. I hope everything's going great on your end. I read your mail, and you can stay for one month or more in my apartment, no need to pay any money for that. I usually keep my keys in the keybox, but it recently broke. Therefore, I will leave my key with my neighbour, Rahul, as I’m flying out tomorrow.
My name is Gihan Niranga Namal, student number is 965325 G. I am a 2nd-year student and staying at the Sunrise College hostel in room 205. I want to inform you that my roommate's (Bibin to Joseph) attitudes and behaviours are not good these days.
How are you? I hope you've been well. I am really thankful that you let me borrow your crockery set for my sister's birthday party. Additionally, I am grateful that you came early to assist with setting up the decorations.
I am writing to let you know that I recently visited your company's store, Zara, located in the Lynden Park Mall, Brantford, Ontario. In fact, it was my first visit, I went there after my friend's recommendation. Unfortunately, I am disappointed with the customer service you offer at your store.
I hope you and your wife are doing well. It was great to catch up with you all after a long time, last weak. I must say your house was beautifully decorated and your hospitality was out of the world. Thank you so much for hosting us.
How are you? The last time we met was at our annual sports event. I hope everything's going great on your end. I want to tell you, recently I got a promotion as a senior software engineer with $130k salary , and now only John is head for me.
How are you? It's been a while, hasn't it? Last time must have been at the annual sports meet. I hope everything's going great on your end. Also, congratulations on your new achievement, and I hope you moved smoothly to the new house. I want to know, I bought a gift for you to commemorate your new milestone and our friendship. It was a wooden handicraft elephant.
I am writing to inform you that I am not satisfied with a recent order I placed through your online website. I purchased a long-sleeve shirt, a party frock, and two pairs of shorts. My order number was E25634, and I received the package on July 20, 2025.
I am writing to inform you of my experience with a magazine that I recently bought. That was IT Guide magazine's July release. I am not a good tech student, but I will likely search for new knowledge and develop new things. Also, I want to enhance my problem-solving ability and be aware of programming languages.
I'm writing this letter to inform you that I got a higher position in the company as a manager and wanna celebrate with you.
I am writing to inform you about a lost jacket at your cinema. It is a dark blue colour leather jacket, and it has double pockets, and the top button is broken , and my jacket is torn and a little old.
I am writing to inform you of my experience with a magazine that I recently bought. That was IT Guide magazine's July release. I am not a good tech student, but I will likely search for new knowledge and develop new things. Also, I want to enhance my problem-solving ability and be aware of programming languages.
I am writing to express my interest in the software engineer position in the IT department that was recently posted within the company. I have similar qualifications and experiences according to that job description. However, I have some questions regarding that job post.
I am writing to raise concerns about the condition of the public transport service in my city. I am living at 35 Chantilly Street, and it is near the Sunrise Hospital. Regularly, I use the public transport service to go to work and fulfil my day-to-day activities.
I am writing to let you know that I recently did shopping from your store, Zara, located in the Lynden Park Mall, Brantford, Ontario. I bought a winter jacket and a pair of jeans from your shop. Even I purchased a pair of shoes as well.
My name is Gihan Edirisinghe Kodikara, I am your tenant at 35 Chantilly Street, Sunrise Apartment Complex. I am writing to complain about the noise at your apartment complex, especially at night.
Hope this letter finds you well and best spirits. I'm just writing to give you a piece of joyous news. The news is that finally i have got my promotion at my work.
My name is Gihan Edirisinghe Kodikara, and my employee number is 1254932. Currently, I am in the IT department under John Smith. I am writing to request permission to work from home starting 10 August 2025 for six months.
I am writing to complain about a problem with my recent order from your online store on Amazon. Last week, I bought a pair of blue shoes, but today I received a pair of yellow shoes instead.
I am writing to express my disatisfaction about a purchase I did it on 2 November online through your store, which I received on 5th November.The order no was (234ADX) includes Nike's two shoe pairs.
My name is Gihan Edirisinghe Kodikara , and my student registration number is 1254932. I am writing to request a change to my course from full-time to part-time. I started this programme on June 15, 2025, and I'm in johne smith's morning class. Over the past month, I have been attending regularly, as I know hands-on experience is rudimentary valuable for developing my practical skills.
I hope my letter finds you well. I just came across a pamphlet that you are looking for a social events organiser for our training programme going to be held in the United Kingdom. I am keenly interested in grabbing this opportunity and expressing my expertise in the realm of organisation.
I hope my letter finds you well. I just came across a pamplet that you are looking for a social events organiser for our training programme going to be held in the United Kingdom. I am keenly interested to grab this opportunity and express my expertise in the realms of organisation.
I am writing to let you know about my current living situation with my roommate. In the starting of the summer my previous roommate left after completing her graduation, and the new student came to share the room with me. Recently, I am having hard time sharing accomodation with her.
My name is Harvinder Kaur and I used to work at your prestigious book store as a sale assistant during my summer vacation . I am writing this letter to show my concern about my pay which is not fully paid.
I hope this letter finds you in the best of your spirits. I am writing this letter with respect to the advertisement published by you in the newspaper that you are looking for volunteers to run a charity event.
I am writing to inquire about any part-time vacancies available at your football club. My name is Rajveer Kaur, and I am currently in my final year studying Sport Coaching Science at Toronto University.
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