personal letter
Handwritten private correspondence
A personal letter is correspondence written to someone you know—a friend, family member, or acquaintance—as opposed to business or official communication.
Personal letters typically address private matters, share news, or maintain relationships: She found a box of personal letters her grandmother had saved.
The term distinguishes intimate correspondence from formal writing, though the line blurs with certain letters of recommendation or complaint.
- handwrittenWritten by hand
- fountain penInk-reservoir writing instrument
- envelopeFolded paper enclosure
- wax sealStamped adhesive closure
- stampMark-making device
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personal letterbusiness letter
Formal commercial written communication
official correspondence · formal letter · form letter · legal notice · business communication
personal letterpublic announcement
Official communication to all
mass mailing · press release · form letter · open letter · circular
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