VAGUE LANGUAGE AND BUSINESS ENGLISH LETTER WRITING

• 作者: LiuYongqiang
• 来源期刊: 中国英语教学：英文版
• 学科: 文学
• 关键词: 商务英语 英语写作 商业信件 模糊语言
• 年，卷（期）: 2004,（1）
• 页码范围: 42-44
• 页数: 3页
• 分类号: H315

摘要

It is general practice for business executives to use preciseand accurate language when writing business letters in order toavoid misunderstanding. However, proper use of vague languagein writing letters also enhances the successful conclusion of transactions. This article shows how vague language is exploitedin writing business letters, which ineludes proper expression ofcourtesy, realization of self-protection and embodiment of the“you-attitude”.