Introduction & Sample Replies | Class 12 English Grammar PDF Download

Replies

• A reply to an invitation is as formal as the invitation itself. A reply to an invitation is essential to appreciate the host’s feelings and letting the host know whether you are attending the function or not. This helps him/her to make arrangements accordingly.

Main Characteristics

• The reply to an invitation must acknowledge the invitation by expressing thanks. The reply should mention whether the invitation has been accepted or refused (specify reason) using a warm and specific language. The reply should be brief and specific. Do remember to include greetings like ‘Best Wishes’ in case you are declining the invitation.

Accepting the Invitation

Mr. Vipin thanks Mr & Mrs. Khanna for their kind invitation to their daughter Aditi’s marriage on 20th January, 20XX at 10 a.m. and has great pleasure in accepting it and confirms his presence at the venue of the scheduled time.

Sample Informal Replies

Accepting the invitation

21, Professors’Colony,
Coimbatore
10th January, 20XXDear Nirbhay and Bhabhiji,
I am pleasantly surprised to receive your invitation to Aditi’s wedding. Has she grown so big? I still remember her as the little girl with two ponytails in a pink frock, eating chocolates, and throwing tantrums upon refusal.

Well, it is really a big occasion for me. I will be delighted to join in the celebration and bless the newly-wed couple.
And yes, as requested the whole family is coming too.
Yours
Vipin