商务英语信函的语言特点 毕业论文.doc

On Language Features of English Business Letters
Abstract: Business English letters is a kind of practical writing from which is used through the whole business activity, and its main function is to transfer information. The paper aims at analyzing business English letter’ features from business terms, tone and vocabulary. In general, the use of language features helps to write a business letter courteously, briefly, precisely clarify and formally. But there is no absolute standard for English business letter writing, because it depends on the actual purpose of language use.
Keywords: Business Letter language feature
1 Introduction
With the advent of globalization, especially after China’ entry to WTO. In today’s international trade, English is widely accepted and used in munication, whatever about invoice, orders or shipment and so on. Business English letter is a practical and economical way to gather information and exchange messages. Otherwise, business English letter cannot be as arbitrary as personal letters; it has its own language feathers.
2 General Introduction to English Business Letters
Definition of English Business Letter
A business English letter is a formal munication from one or more persons to another person or persons about a specific business matter, expressed simply and economically. Letters are ambassadors for you and for anization; you cannot