You arranges to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: - explain the important event - apologise for the situation - suggest a new arrangement

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Dear Raghav, I hope you are doing well. I would like to say sorry that, won't be able to make it
this
time. My family
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dropped the bomb on me about my cousin's wedding. The dates of the wedding just get fixed today. So, that's the reason, I have to reschedule my dates of the visit.
Moreover
, it is the first wedding of our family. Everyone is so excited that I can't leave them and you know there are lots of preparations to be done.
However
, I will make sure to make it up to you next time. I already have a plan in my mind and once the marriage stuff gets over, I will straight hit up your place in Canada. Please let me know some cool spots in the downtown area, so that, I can make reservations.
Also
, I will bring some stuff for you. I am so excited to see you that, I am counting the days. I promise, we will hang out and will recall our childhood memories. I have some gossip to tell you about our schoolmates. Your friend, Bhavika
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task achievement
Make sure to clearly indicate the date changes you're proposing. This ensures that your friend understands when to expect your visit.
coherence cohesion
Ensure each paragraph focuses on one main idea. This will improve the clarity and flow of your writing.
task achievement
The tone of the letter is friendly and appropriately apologetic, which suits the context well.
coherence cohesion
You have a clear greeting and closing, making the structure of the letter easy to follow.

The Closing

The style of the letter determine how you have to close it.

Check out the suggested closing sentences for each type of letter in the General IELTS Test. The closing sentence should be the last sentence of your letter.

Formal style (To someone you have not met, whose name you don’t know)

  • Yours faithfully,

Semi-formal (To someone you may or may not have met, whose last name you know)

  • Yours sincerely,

Informal (To someone you know well, whose first name you know and use)

  • Best regards,
  • Warm wishes,

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