Writing formal letters in Arabic requires a respectful and professional tone, similar to English. Understanding key phrases can help you communicate more effectively. Here are some essential Arabic phrases and vocabulary to use when writing formal letters.
السيد (al-sayyid) – Mr.
السيد أحمد، يسعدني التحدث معكم.
This is used when addressing a male in a respectful manner.
السيدة (al-sayyidah) – Mrs.
السيدة مريم، لقد تلقينا طلبك.
This is the respectful way to address a married or older woman.
الآنسة (al-ānisah) – Miss
الآنسة سارة، شكرًا لاهتمامك بالوظيفة.
Used to address a younger or unmarried woman respectfully.
محترم (muḥtaram) – Respected
الأستاذ المحترم، أكتب لأعبر عن اهتمامي.
This term is often used to show respect to the person you are addressing.
الموضوع (al-mawḍū‘) – Subject
الموضوع: طلب مقابلة عمل.
This is used to introduce the subject or purpose of the letter.
نشكركم (nashkurukum) – We thank you
نشكركم على سرعة الرد على استفساراتنا.
This phrase is used to express gratitude, often at the beginning or end of a letter.
للتذكير (liltadhkīr) – For your reminder
للتذكير، الوثائق المطلوبة مرفقة مع هذه الرسالة.
This phrase is used when reminding the recipient of something important.
أرجو (arjū) – I hope/I request
أرجو النظر في طلبي.
This is a polite way to express a hope or request in a formal setting.
تفضلوا بقبول فائق الاحترام (tafaḍḍalū biqabūl fā’iq al-iḥtirām) – Please accept my highest respect
تفضلوا بقبول فائق الاحترام، مقدمه لكم مع أطيب التمنيات.
This closing phrase shows a high level of respect and is commonly used to end formal letters.
المرفقات (al-murafiqāt) – Attachments
يرجى الاطلاع على المرفقات لمزيد من التفاصيل.
Used when you have included additional documents with the letter.
مقدماً (muqaddaman) – In advance
شكراً لكم مقدماً على التعاون.
This is often used to thank the recipient in advance for their cooperation or assistance.
نأمل (nāmal) – We hope
نأمل أن تجدوا الاقتراح مناسبًا.
This phrase expresses hope and is often used to convey a positive expectation.
مع خالص التقدير (ma‘a khāliṣ al-taqdīr) – With sincere appreciation
مع خالص التقدير، نتطلع إلى ردكم.
This is another respectful closing phrase, expressing appreciation.
يسعدني (yus‘idnī) – I am pleased
يسعدني التعاون مع شركتكم الموقرة.
This phrase is used to express pleasure in cooperating or working with the recipient.
للنظر (lil-naẓar) – For consideration
أرفق للنظر مقترح العمل المقدم من قبلنا.
This phrase is used when presenting something for consideration, such as a proposal or document.
باحترام (bi-iḥtirām) – Respectfully
باحترام، نتمنى لكم يوماً سعيداً.
This is a common sign-off phrase in formal letters, showing respect.
By incorporating these phrases into your formal letters, you will be able to communicate effectively and respectfully in Arabic. Whether you are applying for a job, making a request, or expressing thanks, these phrases will help you convey your message with the appropriate level of formality.
