Your friend just had a baby. You decided to prepare a present for them. Write a letter and say : 1. Congratulate your friend 2. Ask when would be possible for you to visit 3. Ask what present they would like.

Hello Maria, Hope you are doing fine. I have heard the good news. Congratulations on the new baby. I got really excited when I came to know about it. I would love to come see you both whenever it is convenient for you.
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I have
pending
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one week of vacation left at work which I have to utilize in a month or so. Let me know when can we plan a visit so I can spend some time with you and our little munchkin. You know
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very well
that
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how excited I get when I plan a gift for someone special. I am
planing
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planning
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to order a customized crib which I would design by myself. I thought it is always great to gift something you can actually use. I have no words to express how overwhelmed I am since I read it on
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. You are going to be a great mom. Don’t hesitate to ask if you need any kind of help from me. Love you
alot
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a lot
and give big hugs and kisses to the baby. Hope to see you soon. With love, Jasmeen

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coherence and cohesion
Consider separating your ideas more distinctly into paragraphs to enhance readability.
task achievement
Make sure to check for small grammatical errors or typos that could distract from your message.
task achievement
You've conveyed warm wishes and excitement very well, which adds a personal touch to your letter.
coherence and cohesion
The structure of your letter is generally logical and clear, making it easy to follow.

Structure your letter

A letter needs to be written using a proper format, including the following:

  • A greeting (Dear sir/madam, Dear John, Dear Mr. Smith)
  • The main body (consisting of paragraphs for each part of the letter)
  • A closing (Yours sincerely, Yours faithfully, Best wishes, Kind regards, Love)

When writing a letter as part of the IELTS General Training Writing Task 1, it is important to include the bullet points presented to you in the question.

All three bullet points need to be presented. And remember that some bullet points contain more than one element. So, make sure to watch for ‘and’ and plurals.

Topic Vocabulary:
  • heartfelt congratulations
  • bundle of joy
  • adjustment period
  • suitable time
  • cherished gift
  • newfound responsibilities
  • practical assistance
  • joyous occasion
  • unwavering support
  • looking forward
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