Writing to a Friend in English

English writing essay tips, Writing to a Friend in English

Giving News

Guess what. I’ve…

I’ve got some good news my friend.

Great news Mary, I’ve…

Unfortunately, I’ve got bad news

I’m afraid I have some bad news

 

Expressing Thanks

Thanks a million for…

Thanks a lot for…

I really appreciate it.

Thanks my friend.

 

Making Suggest

The best thing to do is…

I’d suggest that you…

I’d recommend that you…

I think you should…

 

Opening

Hi Smith / Hello Smith / Hey Smith

It’s been ages since we last spoke.

How are you?

How’s life treating you?

How’s life?

How are things?

Any news?

Anything strange?

 

Offering advice

If I were you, I’d…

If I were in your shoes, I’d …

You should…

I think you must…

You simply have to …

Why don’t you…?

I’d suggest that you…