Reading Part 1: Reading Correspondence
Recognise the everyday email and letter vocabulary that appears in CELPIP Reading Part 1 so you can answer correspondence questions quickly and accurately.
How to use these words: Part 1 tests your understanding of a short letter or email and a reply. Knowing common correspondence vocabulary and tone words helps you grasp the writer's purpose and feelings at a glance.
Frequently asked questions
How does vocabulary help in Reading Part 1?⌄
Many questions hinge on the writer's tone or intention. Recognising the words below instantly tells you whether a message is a complaint, an apology, a request and so on.
Is Reading Part 1 vocabulary formal?⌄
It ranges from formal to friendly depending on the letter. The entries below cover both registers you are likely to meet.
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