it's for an exercice in my english correspondance book for my secretary course. i searched everywhere in my book, but i can't find it.
2007-12-20 01:13:25 · 17 answers · asked by extreme_moonsault_4_life 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Languages
You include phrases such as "Please" and "Thank you".
The first sentence in your written request should start with the word "Please".
The last sentence should be a "Thank you" sentence.
Even if you are writing to complain about something, ask them to "please" take care of the matter, and thank them for something such as their consideration, their prompt attention and/or response, etc.
2007-12-20 01:17:38 · answer #1 · answered by arklatexrat 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are a secretary and are writing to request something, you might say, "Kindly forward this to me at your earliest convenience." If you are calling on the phone, you might say, "I have a problem and I hope you can help me. I need the copy of that document and if you could locate it and send me a copy, I would really appreciate it." By stating that you have a problem, it sets the person on the other end up to be a helper, or problem solver, and everyone wants to help. If you just demand something straight away, they may take offense.
Always show courtesy and kindness and it will get you far in life.
2007-12-20 09:24:06 · answer #2 · answered by Kimmy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i don't think words in themselves indicate politeness but the attitude or delivery with which those words are delivered.
you can say, May I borrow the pen? in many different ways. throw some attitude on it and it's not such a polite way to ask anymore.
maybe look in your book for body language
2007-12-20 09:17:42 · answer #3 · answered by Anthony Taurus 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The first word before any request should be, "Please".
If you have ever encountered Spanish speakers, you will "always" hear, "Por Favor"..........., before the request. Even among close friends, co-workers, and often within the family.
Italian the same. You will hear, "Scusi, per favore".
Excuse me, please............
If writing a letter, you could begin, "Please, Dear Sir, Madam, I would like to request a copy of the following............etc, etc
2007-12-20 09:23:10 · answer #4 · answered by ed 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whenever u are asking for someone's permission always say May don't say can. There is a huge difference between these two words.
2007-12-21 11:50:01 · answer #5 · answered by Super S 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You begin by saying "Pardon me". Since you are intruding upon the person's time and efforts in order to obtain something from them, then you acknowledge this at the forefront when requesting something of them. So you beg their pardon.
2007-12-20 09:16:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
say it with a smile ! when your on the phone initiate your conversations with a greeting.
2007-12-20 09:16:20 · answer #7 · answered by Tx Guy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Omit the the phrase "Now, beeeyoootch!"
2007-12-20 09:16:16 · answer #8 · answered by czekoskwigel 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
calm voice and say Mam
2007-12-20 09:16:10 · answer #9 · answered by Jorge Hernandez 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
you say "may I have that piece of paper" (don't say, CAN I have it) and always say your Please and Thank You's
Also, maybe... 'would you mind passing me the piece of paper' type of phrase
2007-12-20 09:16:03 · answer #10 · answered by your_gurl_leah 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋