Emails in English - How to Write an Email in English - Business English Writing

This video tutorial from Oxford Online English teaches how to write effective emails in English. It covers starting with appropriate greetings, stating the purpose clearly, adding necessary details, creating calls to action, and using suitable sign-offs. The lesson emphasizes clarity, brevity, and the importance of structuring emails for easy understanding.

What is the primary focus of the lesson on writing emails in English?

• To improve spoken English skills

• To understand the structure of a business report

• To learn how to write formal letters

• To write clear and natural-sounding emails

Which greeting is most appropriate for a formal email?

• Dear Mr. Smith

• Hello John

• Hey

• Hi there

What should you do after the greeting in an email?

• List your qualifications

• Add a call to action

• Explain why you're writing

• Include a sign-off

How should you introduce the purpose of your email?

• With a lengthy explanation

• By listing all details

• With a question

• Using a simple phrase

What is a key consideration when adding details to your email?

• Use technical jargon

• Include as much information as possible

• Keep it concise and clear

• Write in a casual tone

What is a 'call to action' in an email?

• A formal greeting

• A list of your achievements

• A summary of the email

• A request for the recipient to do something

How should you phrase a call to action if the request is urgent?

• Please by tomorrow at the latest

• Whenever you have time

• If you feel like it

• No rush

What should you consider when writing a call to action?

• The recipient's favorite color

• The urgency and your relationship with the recipient

• The length of the email

• The recipient's job title

Which sign-off is appropriate for a formal email?

• Cheers

• Best wishes

• See ya

• Later

What is the final step in writing an effective email?

• Listing your hobbies

• Including a sign-off and your name

• Writing a summary

• Adding a postscript