《商务英语写作》课件Homework and keys for Lecture 13.pptVIP

Question One What is the Definition of Invitation Letter? I. Definition of Invitation Writing The invitation letter is a kind of social letter, either used in the official commercial activities or unofficial occasions to invite some friends, colleagues, customers or clients and so on to attend the events such as party, ceremony, etc. Question Two What is the Format of Invitation Letter? 1. The Format of Invitation Writing An invitation letter contains: The heading Date Inside address Salutation Body of letter Complementary close Signature Enclosure The BOARD OF DIRECTORS of XYZ CORPORATION Invites you to attend a dinner party in honor of JONH SMIHT President and Chief Executive Officer to be held at the ABC Hotel, Atlanta on Friday evening, September 14 at 7:00 P.M. RSVP 2. The Content of Invitation Writing The content of Invitation letter mainly focuses on the social event: (1) the occasion (2) the time (3) the place (4) the detailed information (5) more words and sentences to encourage the invitee to take part in the events. Part Three Exercises I. Translating into Chinese 1. We take pleasure in inviting you to come to the anniversary. 2. You are cordially invited to attend the formal dinner in honor of Peter Chang on Dec. 15. 2009, at 7:30 at International Hotel. 3. Please note that this is a black-tie event. RSVP with the names of those attending by this Thursday. 4. I am grateful to be able to accept your invitation and would be an honor to celebrate this memorable occasion with you. 5. Unfortunately, due to a previous commitment on that day, I am unable to celebrate this memorable occasion with you. Keys to I. Translating into Chinese 1. 我们荣幸地邀请您参加周年纪念会。 2. 竭诚邀请您参加定于2009你那12月15日晚7:30于国际酒店为Peter Chang 举办的酒会。 3. 请注意着正装， 本周四前与会者请实名回复。 4. 收到您的邀请非常感激并很荣幸能与您一起分享难忘的时刻。 5. 十分抱歉，由于当时事先有约，实难赴会。 II. Tr