北京高考英语应用文写作

应用文写作

基本要求：

1. 明确应用文写作的功能性——流畅性、逻辑性首位，难词难句一两个点睛即可

2. 应用文必要的结构（套话）

3. 审题：注意材料的特殊性（例：故宫…）

4. 细节相关度relevant details

5. 着重体现中国文化的部分

• letters of complaint

A. Opening

Introducing the topic

1. I am writing to place a complaint against the service of your company,

concerning

B. Body

describing the problem- Strong adjectives: shocked, disgusted, disappointed, dissatisfied.

1. out of your words on

2. Obviously, the product fails to keep the promise in the advertisement, which

disappoints me a lot.

C. Body

what you want?-a full / partial refund/compensation；a replacement；an apology

1. I’d appreciate it very much if you refund the money I’ve paid or exchange it for

a new one.

2. so I require not only a formal apology but also

3. If my demand is not accepted and put into practice, I will take active steps to

make sure the Consumers' Association hear about it.

D. Endings

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

I look forward to your swift reply. I look forward to hearing from you at your earliest convenience. I look forward to hearing from you without delay. I very much hope to hear from you shortly I await your prompt reply

• letters of request

A. Opening

1.

2.

3.

4. Give a brief self-introduction State the purpose of writing (What kind of request) I am writing to formally request to do… I am writing to ask if you can do me a favor I am writing to seek for your assistance in… Would you be kind enough to …?

5. I would very much like to ask for your permission with this letter so as to allow

me…

6. I would be much obliged to you if you

7. I'm deeply indebted to

B. Body

Make your request clearly and politely

Give reasons of your request

C. Ending

1.

2.

3.

4. Polite conclusion expecting a favorable reply I would like to thank you for your generous help in this matter. I shall remain grateful to you for the great help. I do appreciate the favorable consideration you have shown to me. I am looking forward to hearing from you.

• letters of suggestion

A. Opening

Self-introduction

the purpose of writing

1. I am writing with my suggestion proposal about …

2. I am writing to present what I think on the further improvement of

3. you shouldn't be so worried about the problem you're facing, for I have some

tips for you to

4. You have asked my advice with regard to … and I will try to make some

conducive suggestions.

5. I am writing to express my views concerning…

6. I'm here to inform you some details concerning the coming big day.

7. I highly recommend you to ...

B. Body

Give suggestions or advice

1. It would seem to me that you could…

2. there are merits and demerits of the service of

3. proper measures should be taken to

4. this is a matter of the utmost importance

5. trace the cause of ..., the main points are as followed / sth. was eventually

traced to

6. on this account, it is best to

7. conditions permitting, you can ...

8. ...put us in a worry of...

9. ...become one's biggest concern

10. an optimistic attitude\approach towards

11. it's high time that we were/did

12. As you may agree that…

C. Ending

Sum up your suggestions.

1. as a matter of fact, I truly appreciate your passion for ... and hope my

suggestion can be of some value to you.

2. above my heartfelt suggestions

3. I trust you will take my suggestion into account.

4. I would be more than happy to see improvements in this regard.

5. I would be ready to discuss this matter to further details.

• letters of application

A. 说明写信目的

1. I am writing to apply for the post of advertised in

2. I felt it was just the kind of post for which I have the qualifications and for which

I have been looking for some time

3. on hearing that you're in shortage of … ,I'm writing to apply for it

4. I would be interested in exploring the possibility of obtaining such a position

within your firm.

5. I have read the annual prospectus issued by your university and found that it

has the best graduate program of chemistry. I am greatly interested in the program.

6. Immediately I saw your advertisement in the paper for … I felt it was just the

kind of post for which I have the qualifications and for which I have been looking for some time.

B. 介绍详情

思路：经历→对你造成的影响→在所申请的工作的优势

材料的顺序——相关度越高越靠前写

注意：不要提到broaden the horizon等对自己的好处

应聘工作类

1. I think I'm a more than decent choice for the job ,for I have everything it

requires: motivation, experience and skills.

2. Extra-curricular activities ….which have definitely contributed to the

improvement of my social skills

3. Which proves that I have all the competence to do…

4. … never loses its appeal to me

5. born with an outgoing character

6. I possess a strong ability to adapt to new environment

7. long for

8. well knowing that a man can never achieve his goal without others' help, I

always cooperate with my teammates in extracurricular activities.

9. I feel that my qualification is ideally suited for the requirements.

10. I will try my utmost to build a bridge of friend ship between

11. by virtue of this experience

12. eager to introduce the splendid Chinese culture to foreign guests

13. which makes me well up to the task of …

14. which gives me an edge on oral English

申请学位类

1. My major interest are … ,and I understand you university has a good program

in those fields.

2. Under the influence of the courses I have taken, I have developed a social

interest in …

C. 恳请招聘单位考虑自己的申请，表示谢意，期望回复

1. I hope that you can take my qualifications into consideration, and I can never

appreciate it more if I can get the chance

2. I do hope my application could be in your serious consideration for I

3. If you would like me to attend an interview, I would be able to come at any

time convenient to you

4. I would be most obliged if you could give me this golden opportunity

5. I yearn for …

6. Should you think favorably of my application, please kindly offer me a chance.

7. I hope I may be granted an interview , when I can explain my qualifications

more fully.

• letters of introduction

A. Opening

1.

2.

3.

4. Give a brief self-introduction; State the purpose of writing I am writing to you in connection with…programs I would be grateful if you could send me further information about them. I am writing to you with reference to… I was very interested to see your advertisement in ….

Background and reasons of inquiry;

Details of your inquiry

I am particularly interested in…

I would be grateful if you could (would) send me ….?

Could (Would) you please give me details of …?

I would like to know….. B. Body 1. 2. 3. 4.

C. Ending

Polite conclusion, expressing appreciation of the receiver’s time and

consideration.

Aim to gain cooperation from the receivers and attain a quick response. Tell how to contact you.

1. For your convenience, you can respond to me by email and my address is

2. I appreciate any assistance that you are able to provide me. I’m looking

forward to your reply.

• letters of gratitude

A. 总起

写信目的，简略的感谢

1. On behalf of …, I would like to express my sincere greetings and heartfelt

thanks to

2. I feel I cannot let the occasion pass without writing a word of thanks for your

3. I am now writing these few lines to express my sincere gratitude for the

guidance you gave me.

4. We are writing this letter to express our sincere gratitude towards your

unconditional kindness and compassion displayed last…

B. 具体感谢内容

对对方的馈赠、帮助、关心和邀请等表示由衷的感谢

说明对方的馈赠、帮助、关心和邀请等所起的作用和对自己的意义

C. 结尾

再次表达感谢

表示希望日后有机会答谢对方

1. We again appreciate everyone’s efforts. Wish you a happy holiday, happy

family, good health, prosperous career and everlasting happiness!

2. Please accept our earnest appreciation and thankfulness once more for

displaying such benevolence and camaraderie towards students of yours.

3. I thank you again for all the wonderful work you have done and wish you all

the best for your future endeavors.

• Letters of congratulations

A. Opening

Tell the purpose of writing the letter.

State the exact achievement you are referencing and indicate how you heard of the good news.

I was thrilled to hear the news that …

It's the most joyful news I have heard for a long time.

I offer my heartiest congratulations on your promotion.

I would like to extend to you my utmost congratulations on your graduation. Words really fail to express my joy at the news of

Congratulate the receiver for the work done and express your happiness for him.

Praise the achievements; also discuss the significance of the achievement. I know clearly that how talented you are and how selflessly you have

dedicated yourself to your work to attach this goal.

All of your hard work has finally paid off!

It's been a real encouragement to me to witness your efforts rewarded. No one can deny the fact that

Owing to your quality of leadership and good character 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. B. Body 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

C. Ending

End your letter with a congratulatory note and good wishes.

5. At the same time, I am extremely confident that your future will be more

brilliant and you will obtain what you want naturally.

6. Again congratulations from all of us here. Your promotion is richly deserved.

• letters of invitation

要点：点明邀请的时间、地点、场合

特点：简短热情，形式灵活

1. we would be more than glad if you can come and followings are some details attached.

2. we're all aware of the fact that you are very busy these days. still, we are really looking forward to your participating in this contest, for we're sure that your arrival will add great pleasure to the day

3. as regards to ..., I have the sense that you'll be bound to get captured by the breathtaking scenery in such a splendid spring. it can be a feast to your eyes to appreciate the crystal-blue sky and the new green grass.

4. don't hesitate to be engaged in this trip open to you.

5. your coming will surely make a difference.

6. Please let me know as soon as possible if you can come and tell me when you will be able to do so.

• letters of apology

A. Opening

Sincere apology for what you have done or what you fail to fulfill.

Sincere and humble apology for your thoughtlessness and rudeness.

1. we're terribly sorry for the problems caused, but please understand that we've done all what we could. we'd appreciate it if you should be so kind as to break the news to other students and express our heartfelt apology to them

2. I am awfully / terribly sorry that I have done…

3. It is very rude / thoughtless / inconsiderate of me to do…

B. Body

Explain the situation/incident in detail with an aim to removing probable misunderstanding.

C. Ending

Once again express your regret and apology.

Show your willingness to make up for it.

Put forward your suggestion / alternative arrangement.

1. we're sincerely grateful for your understanding

2. I wish I could be given a chance to make up for my inconsiderateness.

3. I trust the settlement of the matter will meet your wishes.

• Letters of recommendation

A. Opening

State the purpose of the letter.

introduce the relationship between the writer and the applicant.

B. Body

Describe the good impression the writer has of the applicant.

Introduce the relevant abilities, personality and excellent achievements of the applicant or recommended person.

C. Ending

Reassurance of the applicant’s qualifications.

Wish for the recipient’s consideration and cooperation.

Expression of appreciation of the attention to the letter.

• discussing

1. it is... of extreme importance to sb.

2. priority should first and foremost be given to ...

3. as the grades become our biggest concern, any ups and downs in grades

influence students' state of mind

4. peer pressure can easily sneak into

5. too often, other students' good marks and high ranks sting our heart, which 6. pressure results in anxiety, and anxiety leads to poor performance in study,

which in turn causes much heavier pressure.

7. big and directive is what they have to be.

• connecting phrases

1. apart from what I've mentioned above

2. with\in regard to = with respect to =as respects\regards = concerning about

3. from my own perspective