Examiner Comments
This letter is well-written and effectively communicates the situation and request.
The letter is clear and to the point, conveying the main message without unnecessary details.
The letter effectively expresses gratitude for the landlord’s assistance, making the tone polite and appreciative, suitable for a semi-formal letter.
The letter is well-constructed, articulating thoughts in a clear and respectful manner.
The letter follows a clear structure with suitable paragraphing and natural use of linking words.
The ideas are logically presented, arranged well into distinct paragraphs.
The letter ends with a polite closing statement and a semi-formal signature.
This letter contains a wide range of appropriate vocabulary which is used accurately and naturally and demonstrates a sophisticated control of language. There are no spelling errors.
Some examples of advanced vocabulary are:
Regretfully: I am writing to let you know that regretfully, I will have to move out of your apartment by the end of the week.
I’ll never forget: I’ll never forget how when I first arrived and could barely speak English, you helped me
Fallen through: She organized a place to stay but it has fallen through.
Verify: I can verify that she is trustworthy, will look after the place well and will always pay her rent on time.
I appreciate your understanding: I appreciate your understanding during this challenging time
This letter uses a very wide range of both complex and simple appropriate grammar structures which help to convey ideas with clarity and precision.
- Complex sentence structure: I have a lovely friend called Ninung who arrived here in Melbourne last week.
- Participial Phrase: when I first arrived and could barely speak English, you helped me organize all my utility bills….
- Conditional sentence: If you are interested, I can have her contact you immediately and we can leave my bond money with you until she moves out.
- Modal verb in passive voice: . I can verify that she is trustworthy, will look after the place well and will always pay her rent on time
Useful Vocabulary
“Regretfully” means feeling or expressing sorrow or disappointment, often because of something that has happened or needs to be communicated.
I am writing to let you know that regretfully, I will have to move out of your apartment by the end of the week.
“Terminally ill” means someone has a disease that can’t be cured and will lead to death.
I have really enjoyed living in this beautiful place and I wish I didn’t have to leave. However, sadly, my grandmother in Indonesia is terminally ill and has only months to live.
The phrase “on my behalf” means in one’s place or as one’s representative. It refers to someone acting or speaking for another person, typically to help or support them in some way.
I’m especially grateful for all the many times you spoke to people on the phone on my behalf when I couldn’t communicate myself.
“Fallen through” means plans or agreements that didn’t happen or were canceled.
She organized a place to stay but it has fallen through.
“Verify” means to confirm or establish the truth, accuracy, or existence of something.
I can verify that she is trustworthy, will look after the place well and will always pay her rent on time.
“Bond money” is a sum paid as security, often in legal or property matters.
If you are interested, I can have her contact you immediately and we can leave my bond money with you until she moves out.
The phrase “suit you” means that something fits your preferences, needs, or circumstances well. It indicates that a particular option, choice, or situation is appropriate or favorable for you.
Please let me know if this arrangement would suit you.