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Write a Letter to Your Friend: Format and 10 Solved Samples

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How to answer "Write a letter to your friend" questions, with the informal format, 10 solved samples and exam tips.

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Write a letter to your friend: informal letter format and samples
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When a question says write a letter to your friend, it expects an informal letter: your address and the date at the top, a warm greeting such as “Dear Riya,”, a friendly body in three short paragraphs and a close such as “Your loving friend”. There is no subject line. Keep the tone personal and natural, answer every point in the question and stay close to the word limit, usually 100 to 150 words in school exams.

This guide gives the format, a fill-in practice letter and 10 solved samples on the topics schools set most often.

Key Takeaways

  • Write your address and the date at the top left.
  • Greet your friend by first name: “Dear Aman,”.
  • Open with a line about their well-being, then move to the main point.
  • Cover every point the question asks for, in simple language.
  • Close with “Your loving friend” or “Yours affectionately”, then your name.

Format to Write a Letter to Your Friend

PartWhat to writeExample
Sender’s addressYour address (or “Examination Hall”)24, Lake Road, Bhopal
DateDate of writing16 October 2026
SalutationDear + friend’s first nameDear Meera,
OpeningGreeting and well-beingI hope you are doing well.
BodyMain message in one or two paragraphsInvitation, news, advice or thanks
Closing paragraphRegards to family, request to replyConvey my regards to aunty. Write soon.
Complimentary closeFriendly closeYour loving friend,
NameFirst name onlyTanvi
Format when you write a letter to your friend

Opening and closing lines

Opening linesClosing lines
I hope this letter finds you in the best of health.Do write back soon.
It has been a long time since I heard from you.Give my love to your little sister.
I was delighted to receive your letter yesterday.Waiting eagerly for your reply.
I am writing to share some good news.Take care of yourself.

Practise: Write a Letter to Your Friend

Type your details on the right. The letter updates as you type, so you can check the layout before you write it on paper.

[Your address]

Dear [friend’s name],

I hope you are doing well. [Write your main message here, such as an invitation, news or advice.]

[Convey my regards to uncle and aunty. Do write back soon.]

Your loving friend,
[your name]

Fill your details

The letter updates as you type. Nothing is saved.

10 Solved Samples

Each sample answers a typical exam prompt in about 120 to 150 words. Change the names and details to match your question.

1. Write a letter to your friend inviting him to spend the winter holidays with you

15, Mall Road
Shimla

16 October 2026

Dear Kabir,

I hope you and your family are well. Our winter holidays begin on 20 December, and I would love you to spend a week with us in Shimla.

We can go skating at the ice rink, walk up to Jakhoo temple and try the hot momos on the Mall. If we are lucky, we may even see snowfall. Mummy has already planned a bonfire night for us.

Please ask uncle and aunty and let me know your dates. I will meet you at the bus stand.

Your loving friend,
Aditya

2. Write a letter to your friend congratulating her on winning a debate

B-12, Salt Lake
Kolkata

16 October 2026

Dear Ananya,

I just read in the school newsletter that you won the first prize in the inter-school debate. Congratulations! I am so proud of you.

Your hard work and practice have paid off. I remember how you prepared every evening and read the newspaper daily to collect points. Your confidence on stage must have impressed the judges.

Keep it up, and let us celebrate when I visit next month.

Yours affectionately,
Ritika

3. Write a letter to your friend describing your school trip

42, Anna Nagar
Chennai

16 October 2026

Dear Varun,

I have just returned from a three-day school trip to Mysuru, and I cannot wait to tell you about it.

We visited the Mysuru Palace, which looked magical when it was lit up at night. We also saw the Brindavan Gardens and the zoo. The best part was the evening at the hotel, when we played games and sang songs with our teachers.

I have many photographs to show you. Write soon and tell me about your holidays.

Your loving friend,
Karthik

4. Write a letter to your friend telling him about your new house

Flat 304, Green Heights
Sector 50, Noida

16 October 2026

Dear Sameer,

Our family has shifted to a new flat, and I wanted you to be the first to know. I finally have a room of my own with a study table near the window.

The society has a big park, a swimming pool and a small library. I have already made two new friends who also play football.

You must visit us soon. My mother says you are always welcome.

Your loving friend,
Aryan

5. Write a letter to your friend advising her to read books

7, Civil Lines
Jaipur

16 October 2026

Dear Pooja,

In your last letter you said that you spend most evenings on your phone. As your friend, I want to suggest something better.

Reading even twenty minutes a day improves vocabulary, focus and imagination. You could start with Ruskin Bond’s short stories; they are simple and lovely. Our school library also has many good books.

Try it for a month and tell me how you feel.

Yours affectionately,
Neha

6. Write a letter to your friend describing how you celebrated Diwali

18, Ashok Vihar
Delhi

16 October 2026

Dear Riya,

Happy Diwali to you and your family! I wanted to tell you how we celebrated this year.

We cleaned and decorated our house with rangoli and diyas. In the evening, we performed Lakshmi puja and shared sweets with our neighbours. This year we chose not to burst crackers, as the air quality in Delhi was already poor, and we enjoyed a quiet evening of lights instead.

Tell me how you celebrated in Pune.

Your loving friend,
Simran

7. Write a letter to your friend thanking him for his hospitality

23, Model Town
Ludhiana

16 October 2026

Dear Harsh,

I reached home safely yesterday. I am writing to thank you and your parents for the wonderful week I spent with you in Goa.

Aunty’s fish curry and the evenings on the beach are memories I will never forget. Thank you for showing me the old churches and the spice farm.

Please convey my thanks to uncle and aunty. I hope you can visit Ludhiana next summer.

Your loving friend,
Manav

8. Write a letter to your friend about the importance of exercise

56, Rajpur Road
Dehradun

16 October 2026

Dear Nikhil,

Your mother told me that you have been feeling tired lately. I think a little daily exercise could help.

I started cycling for thirty minutes every morning three months ago. Since then, I sleep better and concentrate more in class. You could try walking, skipping or yoga at home.

Start small and stay regular. Let me know how it goes.

Your well-wisher,
Rohit

9. Write a letter to your friend inviting her to join a coding club

11, Koramangala
Bengaluru

16 October 2026

Dear Sana,

I have joined a free coding club that meets every Saturday at our community centre. We are learning to build simple games in Scratch and Python.

Since you love puzzles, I am sure you will enjoy it. The next batch starts on 1 November, and registration closes on 25 October.

Please join so that we can learn together. Write back soon.

Your loving friend,
Aisha

10. Write a letter to your friend apologising for a late reply

9, Sadar Bazaar
Agra

16 October 2026

Dear Kunal,

I am sorry for replying so late. Our half-yearly exams began right after your letter arrived, and I did not get time to write.

The exams went well, and I am now free for a week. I loved reading about your new puppy; please send me a photograph.

I promise to reply on time from now on.

Yours affectionately,
Vivek

Tips to Score Full Marks

  1. Read the question twice. Every point in the prompt must appear in your letter.
  2. Stay within the word limit. Most school questions ask for 100 to 150 words.
  3. Keep the tone friendly. Use contractions and warm phrases, but avoid slang.
  4. Use short paragraphs. Opening, main message and closing.
  5. Do not add a subject. Informal letters never have one.

Common Mistakes

MistakeCorrect form
Adding “Subject:”Leave it out in informal letters
“Dear Sir” or full name“Dear Riya,”
“Yours faithfully”“Your loving friend” or “Yours affectionately”
Missing dateWrite it below your address
Skipping a point from the questionTick each point as you write
Mistakes when you write a letter to your friend

Related Guides

For the full rules and more family letters, read our informal letter format guide. To compare with official letters, see formal letter writing. Hindi students can read patra lekhan for मित्र को पत्र formats.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I write a letter to my friend?

Write your address and the date, then “Dear” with your friend’s name. Open with a greeting, write the main message in one or two paragraphs, add regards to the family and close with “Your loving friend” and your name.

Do I need a subject line when I write a letter to your friend in an exam?

No. A letter to a friend is informal, so it has no subject line.

What is the word limit for a letter to a friend?

Most school exams ask for 100 to 150 words. Follow the limit given in your question.

Which closing should I use in a letter to a friend?

Use “Your loving friend”, “Yours affectionately” or “Your well-wisher”, followed by your first name.

Can I write “Examination Hall” instead of my address?

Yes. Many teachers accept “Examination Hall” or “ABC Street, XYZ City” in exams, to keep the answer anonymous.

How many paragraphs should the letter have?

Three is ideal: an opening, the main message and a short closing.

Practise Regularly

Pick one prompt every week and write a letter to your friend on it in 12 minutes. Compare it with the samples above. More formats are in our school letters section, and the Letter Generator can build a draft in seconds.

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