Questions tagged [email]
For questions about communication specifically over email. Can be used with other forms of communication, as long as there is a specific issue pertaining to email or using email as an option for communicating. For questions about social media or instant messaging, please use those relevant tags instead.
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What is the politest way to follow up on an ignored email?
I send a lot of emails - some important and some not. I often get replies for the important ones promptly, but the less important ones can often be forgotten.
I understand this - I'm sure I do the ...
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Are “pleasantries” in emails still … “pleasant”?
Hi [your name here]!
It's been a long time since we last had a chance to catch up and I really hope you're doing well. Everything is great on my end [. . .]
I'm writing because I really need someone ...
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How do you tactfully write that someone's reply doesn't truly answer your question?
I need to email someone that his reply doesn't truly answer the questions in my original email. 1 below appears too brusque, and would insult and offend:
Sorry, but your reply doesn't appear to ...
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When should I use Mrs. or Ms. in emails?
When I am writing emails, I prefer to use either Mr., Mrs., or Ms. when addressing the recipient's name. When I am addressing a woman, I may not always know their marital status and don't know whether ...
