Common Mistakes in Emails
Correct the Mistakes
1. I would like to remember everyone that Mr. Lewis, a prospective client, will be visiting the office
next Tuesday. He’ll be in the office since 9 a.m. until about noon. I will appreciate it if everyone
could dress in business professional attire during his visit. We want to make sure everyone make a
good impression.
2. I called to Sandra’s office and talked to her secretary. She said me that Sandra wasn’t in the
office, but that she would be back at 3 p.m. in the afternoon. Do you wish me to call her again this
afternoon to discuss about the new proposal?
3. Thanks for inviting me to the event. Would you mind to send me the address so I can get
directions? Thanks – I’m looking forward to see you.
4. Thanks for send me the potential travel itineraries. It doesn’t mind to me which flight I take.
Regards hotels, let’s choose the hotel in the city center. I’ll like to be close to where the convention
is being held.
5. I am writing regarding to order number CS4789. It seems that the amount due is unusual high.
Please see the attach copy of the invoice. Could you please to review it and ensure the amount is
correct?
6. Have everyone had the chance to review all the informations in the employee handbook? If you
need anything clarified, please contact to your manager.
7. I’ve been working like a freelance software developer since the last few years. After be self-
employed for many years, I am very interesting in finding a full-time position with your company.
8. We are pleased to inform that we have started making business with a new client. Starting on
February, we’ll be handling customer service calls for a cable company in United States. We’re
very pleased that our company is continuing to grow up.
9. Do you think you would send me some information about shipping options? I’m wondering how
can we insure the products arrive soon. We need these items until the end of the month at the
latest.
10. Jerry, I’m forwarding you a question from one of our customer. Could you respond him as soon
as possible?
11. After careful reviewing your application, we regret informing you that you have not been
selected for the position. We thank you for your interest in our company, and we wish you the
better of luck with your search.
12. I’m not pretty sure I can end this project by the end of the day. I’d appreciate it if you can help
me later this afternoon.
13. Farther to our discussion, we’ll be offering full-time positions to our interns. Could we plan to
meet in Friday to discuss compensation packages?
14. Regard our year-end celebration, I’m agree that we should hold the event in the city. If I’m not
wrong, I think many people complained last year about having to drive so far to the event.
Common Mistakes in Emails 2
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1. I want to inform that our offices will be closed next Thursday in celebration of a national holiday.
If you have any question, please let me know.
2. On the behalf of MegaCorp Enterprises, we’d like to welcome you to our team. We hope this is
the start of a long-term relation.
3. I have been a satisfied customer since three years. However, I’m writing to express my
dissatisfaction for the order we made on March 6.
4. I talked to Stan about the sales quote. He mentioned about wanting a better discount or free
shipping on his order. I think we should give him a better discount. Even though we lower the price
by another 10%, we’ll still be making a significant profit.
5. Could you please confirm us your participation to the event? We hope to have a list of all the
participants during next week at the latest.
6. Please let me to know if you have any questions about the documentations I provided.
7. Rather offering the candidate more money, could we offer her more vacation days?
8. If you have questions, please call me at the office next week. I would be in the office within
normal business hours.
9. I am writing in regards the position of Senior Java Developer. I have a lot of experiences with
this technology and feel I would be a good fit for the position.
10. I apologize for not responding your mail sooner. I was attending customers all morning and
didn’t have time.
11. Thank you for bringing this to my notice. I hope we can quickly solve this issue.
Common Mistakes in Emails 3: Collocation Errors
Correct the Collocation Errors
1. Thank you for bringing this to our notice. We’re working to solve this issue as quickly as
possible.
2. I’m writing to show my dissatisfaction regarding the order I made on April 20. I am still anxiously
waiting for the products to arrive. Please ship my order immediately or I will be forced to abandon
my order.
3. As asked for, I have attached a copy of your purchase order. Please let me know if you
require extra assistance.
4. Our records display that there is an outstanding balance of $150 on your account. Please send
us your payment as soon as possible. If you have already sent your payment, please neglect this
message and accept our thanks.
5. Just a kind reminder that today’s meeting has been suspended until next Wednesday at 11 a.m.
6. As you have been a faithful customer for years, we’ve decided to eliminate the late fee.
7. We warmly invite you to attend our annual holiday party. Your invitation is attached. We will
have more details about the event in the approaching weeks. If you have any questions, feel free
to be in touch with us.
8. In my former email, I forgot to communicate that I will be out of the office this Thursday, August
26.
9. Thank your for your fast response. Your comments and advice are deeply appreciated.
10. Pricing depends of the size of your order. If you plan to order a big quantity of widgets, you
may be eligible for a quantity discount.
11. As I have recently ended my studies, I am currently searching a new position. I was wondering
if you could write a letter of recommendation in my behalf.
12. Our hours of work are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. However, the store is
shut tomorrow in observance of a national holiday.
13. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this has generated. Thank you for your steady
business.
14. We regret to notify you that your application has been denied. We thank you for your interest
on ABC corporation, and we wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors.
