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Mewosh Posted 14 years ago
Letter Writing

Asking how are you as to open/end a letter

I know I've seen both, when people write "I hope you are well" or similar at the beginning and at the end of letters. But is there a consensus on where you preferably should write such pleasantry?

Also, is that a reserved phrase for letters to friends, or would it be ok to say that when writing to someone you know but who isn't necessarily a close friend, i.e. work colleagues, teachers etc.?

Thanks!
  

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I know I've seen both, when people write "I hope you are well" or similar at the beginning and at the end of letters. But is there a consensus on where you preferably should write such pleasantry? -- Since you have seen it in both positions, there is obviously no consensus.

— Mister Micawber

  • I know I've seen both, when people write "I hope you are well" or similar at the beginning and at the end of letters.
  • But is there a consensus on where you preferably should write such pleasantry?
  • -- Since you have seen it in both positions, there is obviously no consensus.
  • Write it where it most naturally fits into the communication.
  • e.
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I know I've seen both, when people write "I hope you are well" or similar at the beginning and at the end of letters. But is there a consensus on where you preferably should write such pleasantry?-- Since you have seen it in both positions, there is obviously no consensus. Write it where it most naturally fits into the communication.

Also, is that a reserved phrase for letters
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It is not required or expected in Western communication, though I realize that it is intrinsic to some Eastern cultures like Japan.
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