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