Matching Pairs Email writingOnline version Useful phrases for opening, ending in formal vs informal ways by Mária Fejes 1 Formal way of closing an email 2 An informal ending to indicate a reply is necessary 3 A formal form of address that is also used when first contacting a person 4 Friendly, informal close 5 Most commonly used formal&informal close 6 A friendly ending that can be used in formal or informal correspondence 7 A friendly, informal introduction to say why you are writing 8 An informal way to address colleagues you often work with 9 A more formal introduction to say why you are writing Yours sincerely (I am) looking forward to your reply. Just a quick note to... Hi/Hello/Hey Dear Sir/Madam Regards/Best wishes I am writing to/regarding Hope to hear from you soon. Bye/All the best/Cheers