Deutsch e mail
Here is an example of a formal email in German:
Subject: [Subject of the email]
Dear [Name],
Sehr geehrte/r [Name],
Ich schreibe Ihnen, um [briefly explain the purpose of the email]. Ich hoffe, dass Sie in bester Gesundheit und Geist sind.
[Main message of the email]
Ich würde mich freuen, wenn wir uns bald wieder sprechen könnten. Bitte kontaktieren Sie mich, wenn Sie weitere Informationen benötigen.
Mit freundlichen Grüßen,
[Your Name]
[Your Title/Position]
[Your Company/Organization]
[Your Email Address]
[Your Phone Number]
Here's a breakdown of the email:
- Subject: A brief summary of the email's content.
- Dear [Name]: A formal greeting, using the formal "Sie" form.
- Sehr geehrte/r [Name]: A more formal greeting, using the formal "Sie" form and the title "Sehr geehrte" (meaning "very honored").
- Main message: The body of the email, where you state your purpose and provide any necessary information.
- Mit freundlichen Grüßen: A formal closing, using the phrase "Mit freundlichen Grüßen" (meaning "With kind regards").
- Your Name: Your full name, including your title and position.
- Your Email Address: Your email address.
- Your Phone Number: Your phone number.
Note: In Germany, it's common to use the formal "Sie" form when addressing someone you don't know well, or when writing a formal email. However, if you have a close relationship with the recipient, you can use the informal "du" form.