應用文專題(8):推薦信
一、推薦信句型
1. Our school will celebrate its 100th birthday this July./Our school’s approaching 100th birthday will be celebrated this July. Could you please recommend a student to address at the opening ceremony in English?
2. Hearing/Learning that you are coming to visit China, I would like to recommend several place interest to you.
3. I’m delighted to learn that you are going to visit Beijing, and I would like to offer my recommendation.
4. Delighted to know that you are going to learn English, I consider it a wise choice to visit www.zxxk.com.
5. It affords me much pleasure to recommend John to you.
6. The speakers should be equipped with the following qualities.
A. Initially, motivated and devoted to serving others, the speaker is supposed to hold a positive attitude towards life and enjoy a good fame or high popularity among students.
B. Additionally/Aside from it, not only can he have excellent performance in all school subjects, but also is furnished with extraordinary ability of spoken and written English.
C. Plus, I would be even better if the speaker is involved in relevant experience of public speaking.
7. I recommend it mainly for the following two reasons.
8. One reason why I recommend it/sb. is that ...
9. He is an all-round students with excellent grades in all subjects; As a boy with great potential, he is good/skillful at solving difficult problems.
10. Li Ming, a graduate from Peking University, majors in computer software design.
11. I would appreciate it very much if you could do me the favor. Your early/prompt reply is highly expected.
12. If you need further information, don’t hesitate to contact me. Looking forward to your early/prompt reply.
13. Your taking my recommendation into consideration will be highly appreciated/expected.
14. I do hope that you can find my recommendation beneficial. Looking forward to your early/prompt reply.
二、推薦信樣例
1.假定你是大一新生(freshman)李華,你在校園的海報上(poster)看見校學生會的各個部門將在校內招新。你對學生電視臺的新聞記者一職非常感興趣。因此,你要給學生電視臺的臺長寫一封自薦信。要點如下:
1. 自我介紹(包括個性特長、興趣愛好等)。
2. 高中參加各類社團和學生課外活動的經歷。
3. 表達樂意為學生電視臺作出貢獻的意願。
注意:1. 詞數80左右。2. 可以適當增加細節,以使行文連貫。
Dear Chairman,
I am Li Hua, an 18-year-old freshman. Triggering my interest in the position in your poster and faithfully tempted to become a member of the school TV station, I’m writing to recommend myself to you.
When in senior high school, I was also a journalist of the school’s newspaper. That is why I am skilled in writing. The reports written by me were often praised by my fellow schoolmates and teachers, which pushes me into/to grow as an outgoing, independent and sociable person additionally. Most importantly, I am curious as well as enthusiastic about everything happening in and around our campus, so I am firmly convinced I can be qualified for the job. /I will devote myself to working in the school TV station whole-heartedly.
I am looking forward to your reply.
Yours sincerely, Li Hua
2、假定你是李華,你的學生陳麗將要去應聘一份在培訓機構當外語助教的暑假兼職工作,她像請你給她寫一封推薦信,向要應聘的培訓機構推薦她,介紹她的一些個人信息;要點如下:
1. 陳麗的個性特點及專長。2. 陳麗平時在校的表現(她的學業表現和獲獎情況等)。
Dear Manager,
I am Li Hua, Chen Li’s teacher and I would like to recommend Chen Li to you.
In my eyes, Chen Li is a friendly and outgoing girl. She often takes an active part in various school activities to enrich her life. Besides, as the secretary of the Students』 Union, Chen Li has gained rich experience of dealing with people and different situations. More importantly, in terms of academic performance, she is a straight A student, who is especially skillful at English learning.
With rich social practice experience as well as good competence of English, Chen Li is capable of working as a teaching assistant in your company. Therefore, I strongly recommend her to you as I think she is the right person for this position. Looking forward to your prompt reply.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
3. 假如你是李華,來自英國的交換生George邀請你本周末做一日遊嚮導,但你因有事不能前往。請給他寫一封郵件,內容包括:說明理由; 2. 景點推薦; 3. 注意事項。
Dear George,
I’m terribly sorry that I’m able to be your guide for the one-day tour this weekend, for I』ve signed up for the voluntary work at local hospital.
I highly recommend the West Lake in Hangzhou as your destination. The picturesque scenery there in this season must be a feast for your eyes. You』ll also be attracted by the historical and cultural sites and the legends behind. Considering there is a long way to go, please wear comfortable sneakers. Don’t forget to apply some sunscreen.
Wish you an enjoyable weekend.
Yours,
Li Hua
4. 假如你是李華,你的英國朋友Jim準備暑假來中國旅遊,讓你推薦一個城市。請你給他回信,內容包括:1. 推薦城市; 2. 推薦理由; 3. 你的祝願。
Dear Jim,
I’m delighted to know you’re coming to China for your summer holiday. Personally, I』d like to recommend the city of Chendu to you.
When it comes to Chendu, the first thing that comes to mind is pandas, which are national treasures of China. Besides, there are many tourist attractions in and around the city. For example, Dujiangyan, built over 2,000 years ago, is still playing an important part in irrigation today. Most importantly, Chendu is home to delicious hot food, such as mapo tofu and hotpot.
I hope the nice weather and convenient transportation here can make your trip more enjoyable.
Yours,
Li Hua