CBSE Class 7 English Informal Letters Notes Set 05

This page of Class 7 English informal letters has sample letters of apology, condolence and sympathy, and thank you letters. The seventeen letters are written in the standard format and deal with everyday situations such as a late reply, a loss in a friend’s family, a favour received and appreciation of service.

(d) Letters of Apology

Letter of apology for a late reply to an invitation

Kabir Sadan
345/2, Godaulia
Varanasi (UP)
October 5, 20XX

Dear Mrs and Mr PK Shrivastava

Thank you for the invitation to your anniversary party.

I would very much like to attend your party and hope that you can accept my response at this late date. However, please accept my apologies for this late reply.

Again, thank you so much for the invitation.

Yours sincerely
Shreyans P Jain

Letter of apology for thoughtlessness about personal and business image

137, Granary Road
Patna (Bihar)
May 24, 20XX

Dear Pawan

I am writing this letter to apologise to you formally for my thoughtlessness. It was immature and foolish of me to talk about you and your business with someone else, in such a reckless manner, though unintentionally. I am extremely sorry for such a foolish act. I realise, I’ve hurt your feelings and hope you will forgive me as it was actually an inadvertent mistake. I assure and promise you that I will never let this happen again.

With regards

Yours sincerely
Kunal Goswami

Letter of apology to neighbour for breaking of window glass by his son

K-8, Raja Surajmal Vihar
Bhiwani (Haryana)
February 20, 20XX

Dear Ms Hooda

I came to know that my younger son has broken one window glass of your house with the cricket ball, while playing in the street. I apologise for the damage caused by my son. I request you to please send me the bill for the repairs.

Also, I assure you that such incidence will not take place again, as I have taken my son to task and scolded him to be very careful in future. If there is anything else I can do for you, please let me know.

Yours sincerely
BS Choudhary

Letter of apology to a colleague for misunderstanding an act of generosity

A-356, Ayanavaram
Near Daya Sadan Home
Kunnor High Road
Chennai (TN)
August 23, 20XX

Dear Mr Raghavana

I realise that we have had a bit of misunderstanding regarding the favour shown by you to Mr Kapil Bhatia. I am sorry for contributing to this misunderstanding. I just misunderstood your notion of generosity. With a little patience on my part, this whole mess could have been avoided.

I am very sorry if I have hurt your feelings or caused you undue stress over this situation. I hope that you will forgive me. I have learnt a lesson from this incident and will try to prevent occurrence of similar problems in future.

Please accept my sincere apologies.

With regards

Yours sincerely
R Kumaraswami

Letter of apology to your sister

F-36, Kankaria
Akbar Road, New Delhi
July 20, 20XX

Dear sister

I am thankful to God for blessing me with such a lovely and wonderful sister who is so considerate and caring. You are so important to me that I can’t imagine a day without you.

I have no hitch in accepting and apologising for my rude behaviour in the party last night. I don’t know what got over me but no excuse or reason can justify my mistake. I know that I become unreasonable and irrational at times but I promise to try my best not to repeat such a thing again.

Please accept this apology and forgive your kiddish sister. Sorry.

Yours lovingly
Taruna

(e) Letters Offering Condolence and Expressing Sympathies

Letter to a friend consoling him on the death of his mother

B-147 Haripur Colony
New Delhi
October 12, 20XX

My dear Shrawan

I am very grieved to hear from Ramesh about the death of your dear mother, and I can well imagine how greatly you must be missing her every minute.

You have one consolation, however, that of having been the best son to her, and of having given her the most devoted care during her long illness.

At such a time as this, little can be said to comfort you, and time alone will lighten your sorrow for the loss.

I feel that I have lost a great well wisher in her, and indeed all who knew her cannot forget her as she was so kind and selfless.

Please accept my heartiest condolences on this tragic happening. I shall be meeting you very soon.

Your affectionate friend
Kushal

Letter to a friend who has recently lost his father

10 Barkat Nagar
Jaipur
May 4, 20XX

My dear Mahesh

It is really a sad news that you have lost your dear father. I knew your father had been suffering from some illness but was not aware that the illness was so serious.

He was very kind and friendly. He always advised and cared for me as if I were his own son. He was indeed a very noble and kind hearted gentleman.

Words, I know, can’t soothe the wounds. May God give you strength to bear this loss with courage and fortitude!

Yours lovingly
Vinay

Letter offering your support to someone who has just lost his spouse

13, Gulabi Bagh
Meerut
January 19, 20XX

Dear Mr Madhvan

I understand that this must be an extremely difficult time for you. We all know how special your wife was as a person and how close you both were to each other.

Her untimely death has shaken everyone around but being a father of two kids, you must have the courage to face the cruel reality of the mortal world.

I am always with you and you can depend on me for any assistance and help.

Please, accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your partner.

Yours sincerely
Yogita Jain

Letter of condolence on the death of an army personnel

23A Villa Lane
Punjab
June 23, 20XX

Dear Sunita

I am terribly shocked to know about the sudden death of your husband in Kargil war. Everyone here is deeply grieved at his death. He was a brave soldier and a fine gentleman.

May God give you strength to bear this irreparable loss. May his soul rest in peace. Please don’t hesitate to ask me for any assistance.

Yours sincerely
Pranita

Letter of sympathy to a friend who has lost his job

B-3 Bharat Vihar
Kolkata
June 17, 20XX

Dear Suresh

I am upset to hear that you have lost your job at the Institute of Technology. You were, otherwise, quite excited about the prospect of working there.

I hope that this change, while an upsetting one, will turn out to be a blessing in disguise, and that you will come through this difficult time with flying colours. Wish you good luck in finding a new job.

Remember, being my bosom friend, please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

Don’t lose hope and take care of yourself.

Yours lovingly
Aditya

Letter of sympathy to a friend on failure in an interview

26, DLF Estate
Gurgaon
June 11, 20XX

Dear Bharat

I am quite disappointed to learn that you haven’t been able to secure your name in the final list of successful candidates in the civil services.

This was your first chance, yet you were able to get an interview call. I think you should not feel depressed or frustrated. Failures are the stepping stones to the success.

Analyse your weaknesses, and start preparing again with double vigour; you will positively get success.

With best wishes.

Your loving friend
Rachit

(f) Thank You Letters

Letter of thanks to a friend for a favour

2 Narayan Society
New Delhi
November 13, 20XX

Dear Pawan

I, hereby convey my hearty thanks to you for the valuable help extended to me in procuring licence for settling the claims of the bank.

Without your active help, it would have not been possible at all. Reciprocating your kindness is not possible, yet I would like to assure you that you’ll always find me at your service. I’m just a call away. Thank you again!

With regards

Your loving friend
Ritesh

Letter to a friend thanking for doing something thoughtful

B9 Karol Bagh
New Delhi
December 30, 20XX

Dear Ganesh

I’d like to convey my sincere thanks to you for your recent thoughtfulness. It was so kind of you to speak so favourably about me to my chief that I’d never forget it.

It was just what I needed! You always seem to know the perfect thing to say or do. I am truly touched by your generosity and willingness to go out of your way to help me.

You are a true friend. I am indeed lucky to have someone like you in my life. Thank you again for being so thoughtful.

Your loving friend
BL Bhargava

Letter of thanks to a friend for the congratulatory message on wedding anniversary

1A Indirapuram
New Delhi
February 2, 20XX

Dear Prakash

Thank you very much for the congratulatory message sent by you on my wedding anniversary. My wife also conveys her thanks to you for sending wishes and love across the border. Your blessings will surely help us in leading our life with happiness and in a peaceful manner.

Thank you again!

Yours lovingly
Pankaj

Letter of thanks for New Year greetings

1Z-39 Dadra lane
New Delhi
September 18, 20XX

Dear Pushkar Ji

Thank you very much for the New Year greetings which I heartily reciprocate. It was nice to know that you still remember us.

Thank you again!

Yours sincerely
Piyush

Letter of thanks to a friend for financial help

C-32, Ashok Vihar
New Delhi
September 4, 20XX

My dear Ganesh

I’m very thankful to you for the timely financial assistance at this hour of need. With this money I’ll be in a position to ensure proper medical treatment of my son. You are really a true friend. Thank you again!

Your loving friend
Pradeep

Letter of appreciation for the services rendered

Lions Club International
Punjabi Bagh
New Delhi
May 21, 20XX

Dear Mr MP Jain

I’d like to express my appreciation for the remarkable service rendered by you as an active and dynamic member of the Lions Clubs International. The contributions you made to the club over the past one year were indeed very valuable and worthy to be followed by others.

Wish you all the best!

Yours sincerely
SP Jha
(President, Lions Clubs International)