INVITATION CARDS/LETTERS
An invitation is a formal request to someone to attend any specific occasion, celebration , programme or any event.
Types of Invitation:
1. Formal
2. Informal
FORMAL INVITATION
➡️ To be written in third person
Details like address or any other instruction is written at the bottom to the left side (card)
Subject is mandatory & generally written in the centre
No abbreviation is to be used
Simple present tense is used
Word limit 50
Each entry has to be mentioned in a SEPARATE LINE
For example,
(a) The name of the person(s) who is/are inviting
(b) Formal expressions like 'request the pleasure of your company'
(c) Time and date of event
(d) Purpose and occasion of invitation.
➡️ For RSVP, address and telephone no. is given at which the invitee may contact for any queries.
Name of the Chief Guest of the programme may be given.
EXERCISE:
1. Write a formal invitation for the marriage function of your daughter. (Formal invitation for marriage/auspicious occasion)
2. You are a student of Modern Public School, Model Town, Noida. The School is holding its Annual Function at 5.30 p.m. on 20th Dec. 2022. The Education Minister has consented to be the Chief Guest. Design an invitation card to be sent to the parents and other invitees. (Word Limit 50).
FORMAL REPLIES (ACCEPTANCE / REFUSAL)
➡️ Points to Remember
Acknowledge the invitation
Be brief and specific
Express thanks in third person
Not to be signed at the end
When accepting, confirm date and time
If declining, give reason, convey your best wishes
Give date and address at top left hand side
Use simple language • Word limit 50
FORMAL ACCEPTANCE
1. You are Mr. Ajay Gupta of 7 Park Avenue, Delhi. Draft a reply accepting an invitation to attend a house warming party hosted by your colleague.
2. You are Dr. Shailesh Gupta, an eminent educationist. You have been invited to preside over on Inter Zonal Declamation competition by Neha the President of English Literary club of Government Model Sr. Sec. School, Sector-19, Chandigarh. Write a letter of acceptance of the invitation. (To Preside / Inaugurate / Judge Events etc.)
FORMAL REFUSAL
1. You are Mr. Ajay Gupta of 7 Park Avenue, Delhi. Draft a reply of refusal expressing inability to attend a house warming party hosted by your colleague.
2. You are Dr. Shailesh Gupta, an eminent educationist. You have been invited to preside over an Inter Zonal Declamation Competition by Neha, the President of English Literary Club of Government Model Sr. Sec. School Sector-19, Chandigarh. Write a letter for refusal of the invitation.
EXTRA ASSESSMENT
1. You are Rohit of Mysore. Prepare a formal reply expressing inability to attend the marriage of a colleague owing to a prior engagement. (Word Limit: 50 Words)
INFORMAL INVITATION
Informal invitation follow the ordinary personal letters pattern.
These letters or invitations are written to relatives, friends and known persons.
➡️ Points to Remember
Use first person 'I', 'We' and 'You' and avoiding using 'he', 'she' and 'They'
Do not write subject and receiver's address.
Write in warm and personalized style with relaxed and informal tone.
Avoid writing unnecessary details.
Salutation 'Dear' _________ (Name)
Body
Subscription Yours truly, ________ (Name)
Word limit 50
Q1. You are Atanu / Aatya of 203/A, Navodaya Vihar, Delhi Write a an invitation to invite all your friends for the party you are giving to celebrate your selection in B-Tech in DTU.
203/A, Navodaya Vihar,
Delhi
10th Jan, 2022.
Dear Rohit,
I have immense pleasure in inviting you to post-selection party after my admission in DTU. Request you to visit my residence at 7.30 p.m. on 16 Jan, 2022 to join my family and friends in my euphoric moment.
Yours truly,
Atanu
INFORMAL ACCEPTANCE
You are Rohit and have been invited to the post selection party of your friend Atanu. Write a reply accepting the invitation you got.
7-C, Yojna Vihar,
Delhi
10 May, 2022
Dear Atanu,
Many thanks for inviting me to attend your post selection party which will be held on 16th May 2022 at your home. I shall be highly delighted to attend the same and will enjoy the party with great fun & frolic.
Yours truly,
Rohit
INFORMAL REFUSAL
You are Rohit and you have been invited to the post selection party of your friend Atanu. Write a reply regretting your inability to attend the same.
7-C, Yojna Vihar,
Delhi
10 May, 2022
Dear Atanu,
Many thanks for inviting me to attend your post- selection party, but I regret to say that I shall not be able to attend the same as I shall be out of station next week. I shall miss this joyous occasion. I wish you all the very best for the future. God Bless You.
Yours truly,
Rohit
Questions for Practice ( Acceptance)
1. You are Vikram/Vrinda of D-23, Nirdesh Marg, Delhi. Your friend Sarah has invited you for a party to celebrate her good board result and admission to a prestigious college. Draft a reply accepting the invitation.
Questions for Practice ( Refusal/ Acceptance)
1. Mr. and Mrs. Mehta of 352/C, Darwin colony, they has decided to have a party on the occasion of sixteenth birthday of their daughter. You are unable to attend the function. Write a reply in about 50 words.
2. You are Siddharth / Shalini of D-209, Pragati Nagar. You have received an invitation to attend the inauguration ceremony of a newly opened shop of your friend Karan. Write a reply of acceptance.
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