2. THE QUALITY OF BEING THANKFUL;
READINESS TO SHOW APPRECIATION
FOR AND TO RETURN KINDNESS.
SYNONYMS:
• GRATEFULNESS
• THANKFULLNESS
3. A LETTER OF THANKS OR THANK YOU LETTER
IS A LETTER THAT IS USED WHEN ONE PERSON/
PARTY WISHES TO EXPRESS APPRECIATION TO
ANOTHER.
SHOULD BE WRITTEN:
AS A STANDARD BUSINESS LETTER
PERSONAL LETTER
NOT NORMALLY EXCEED ONE PAGE.
4. 1. Open with a salutation -- Begin your thank you letter by
addressing the person in the way that feels most natural.
“Dearest ___,”
“Hi, ___,”
“My friend,”
“To my favorite, ____”
5. 2. Express your gratitude sincerely.
• Thank you notes are usually short to the point, so start by
thanking the person right away.
Examples:
• “Thank you so much for the darling pair of leggings
you gave to Leigh!”
• “You are such a dear for coming to my opening night.”
• “I am very grateful for your assistance with the senior
project this semester.”
• “Without you, I wouldn't be the student, or person, that
I am today.”
6. 3.Let them know why their specific gifts is cherished.
• Even if you don't absolutely love the gift, think about the
trouble and expense the person went to for your benefit.
• Try to be honest and sincere.
4. Inquire after the other person or share a little
news.
• It's nice to write another few lines that show you care
about the person.
• Ask some questions, and share information about your life
7. 5. Let them know you appreciate them one last time.
• To wrap things up nicely, let them know how much you
appreciate their friendship and love. Just thank them for
being them.
6. Close the letter.
• Think about the nature of your relationship and choose
the closing that seems most appropriate.