IELTS Informal Letter Writing Task 1 Practice
An informal letter goes to a friend or relative. Write naturally, with a personal tone, while still covering every bullet point.
How to approach it
- Start with "Dear [first name]," and a friendly line.
- Cover each bullet point with personal detail and feelings.
- Use contractions and everyday expressions, but keep your grammar accurate.
- Close with "Best wishes," or "Love," and your first name.
6 practice questions
Invitation Letter - Birthday Party
You are organizing a birthday party for a family member and want to invite your English-speaking friend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • Explain …
SocietyLetter to a Friend About Joining a Climbing Gym
You want to start climbing as a hobby, and a friend of yours has been a member of a climbing gym for two years. You know very little …
SportLetter to a Cousin Recommending a Cycling Route
Your cousin is visiting your city for the first time next month, and they have told you that they love cycling. You have ridden one riverside route many …
TourismLetter to a Friend Inviting Them to an Exhibition
A small gallery in your town is opening an exhibition of photographs by a local artist you both admire. The opening night is on Friday evening, and entry …
CultureLetter to an Aunt Thanking Her for a Gift
Your aunt sent you a jumper for your birthday. It is a colour and style that you would not normally choose, but you know she spent a long …
FamilyLetter to a Friend Moving Abroad
Your best friend has just told you that she is moving to Canada for work next month. You are happy for her, but you will miss her a …
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