A friend of yours recently gave you a nice birthday present. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, thank her for the present and say why you particularly like it, describe some other presents that you received, and explain some of the things you did on your birthday.

Dear Madam, I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for the gift you gave me. Your kindness and support have made a significant impact on me, and I want to take a moment to convey my sincere thanks. I want you to know how much I appreciate your gift. Your thoughtfulness has not gone unnoticed, and I am truly grateful for the positive impact it has had on my day. The present you provided has brightened my day. Your generosity has inspired me, and I am thankful to have someone like you in my life. I wanted to let you know that your kindness encourages me to pay it forward in my way. Your example has motivated me, and I am excited about the positive changes I can make. Once again, thank you for your generosity and kindness. Your actions have made a difference, and I am grateful to have you in my life. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Yours sincerely, Muxitdinova Mexrangiz.

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It would be beneficial to include more specific details about the gift and why you particularly liked it.
coherence and cohesion
Try to organize your ideas into clear paragraphs, focusing each paragraph on a single main idea to improve clarity.
task achievement
Your tone is warm and appreciative, which is appropriate for the context of a thank-you letter.
task achievement
You express gratitude effectively, which is the main purpose of the letter.

The Greeting

Depending on the style and aim of the letter, you will need to adapt your greeting.

Always start an informal letter in the ways:

  • Dear + name
  • Hi / Hello + name

‘Dear...’ is more appropriate, so stick with this.

For a formal letter there are two options for the greeting:

  • Use Dear Sir or Madam if you don’t know the name of the person you are writing to.
  • Use Dear + surname if you do know their name, e.g. Dear Mr Smith or Dear Mrs Jones.

Topic Vocabulary:
  • cherished memory
  • symbolic gesture
  • personal growth
  • unique qualities
  • unwavering support
  • profound impact
  • joy and prosperity
  • treasured moments
  • heartfelt wishes
  • lasting happiness
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