Short Message Texts
The contents of the short message itself can be in the form of notifications, reminders, memos or special instructions/orders such as a shopping list or task list.
The parts of the short message include the sender, receiver, and subject.
As the name implies, short message, the message that is made must also be short, or not more than one paragraph.
The language used in writing short messages is free and informal; Therefore, short messages are generally not addressed to superiors or teachers, but rather to close people or subordinates.
Generic Structure of Short Message
The generic structure or structure in the preparation of a short message includes:
Opening Segment or opening, usually in the form of a short greeting such as "Hi", "Dear", "Hello", followed by the name of the recipient of the message;
Purpose or purpose of writing messages, contains what we want to convey to the recipient of the message;
Closing Segment or closing; Just like the opening section, this section is simply shortened like a thank you (Thanks, Thank you) or a closing like “Love”, “Yours” followed by a signature, then the name of the sender of the message. Sometimes this part is also not included in writing a short message.
Good Short Message Requirements
The requirements for making a good short message are:
1. Clear addressee, or clarity of recipients; especially if the message is left in a public place. If we are negligent in the matter of writing the addressee or receiver, chances are that the important messages we convey cannot be read or are overlooked.
2. Straight forward, or the message content is short, concise and clear. There is no small talk in the short message, but directly refers to the purpose of the important things to be conveyed. The opening and closing of a short message are usually brief.
3. Clear instructions, or clear instructions if the message contains special commands. For that, messages are made in explicit and straightforward language. If not, the recipient of the message will be able to misunderstand the message we convey.
Example of Short Message
The following are examples of short messages that can be learned:
Example 1
Hi Mom, (receiver)
Today I will come home late because I'm having some additional lesson for my TOEFL preparation. (subject)
- Rendy (sender)
(Hi ma'am,
Today I will come home late because I have additional lessons for TOEFL preparation.
- Rendy)
Note: "Hi Mom" is the opening segment of the short message, with "Mom" as the message recipient.
The subject or message content is “Today I will come home late because I'm having some additional lesson for my TOEFL preparation.”, And “Rendy” is the sender or author of the message.
Example 2
Dear Brian,
I'm sorry I have to leave for Bandung earlier. I don't want to wake you up, so I get the cab. I will call you when I get home.
Love,
Anna
(Hi Brian,
Sorry I had to leave for Bandung earlier, and I didn't want to wake you up. I didn't want to wake you up, so I took a taxi. I'll call you when I get home.
Regards,
Anna)
Example 3
To: Jenny
I'm sorry I can't make it to Elisa's wedding party. I have a lot of work to do. Please tell her my best regards and wishes. Thank you
From: Dara
(To: Jenny
Sorry I couldn't come to Elisa's wedding. I have a lot of work to do. Please give him my best wishes and greetings. Thank you.
From: Dara)
Example 4
Dear Michael,
Don't forget to pick up our daughter at 11 o'clock at school. Also take her for lunch, she would love to have some McDonald's burgers
Love,
Claire
(Hi Michael,
Don't forget to pick up our daughter at 11 at school. And take her out to lunch, she'll love eating McDonald's burgers.
Regards,
Claire)
Example 5
Dear Marie,
Could you please help me shop after school? I need to attend a meeting with a client.
Here's what you need to buy:
- Spaghetti 2 packs - Tomato sauce 1 bottle - Olive oil 1 bottle (350 ml) - Milk 1 carton - Cheese 2 blocks
Use the money in my wallet, in the dresser. Thank you.
Mom
Hi Marie,
Can you help me with shopping after school? I have to go to a meeting with a client.
This is what you need to buy:
- Pack of 2 packs of spaghetti - 1 bottle of tomato sauce - 1 bottle of olive oil - 1 box of milk - Cheese 2 squares
Use the money in my wallet, in the drawer. Thank you.
(Mother)
Example 6
Hey Jim, how are you?
FYI, the finals will be held next week, starting from Monday until Friday. We'll have Mathematics on the first day. Hope you get well soon.
Erwin
Hey Jim, how are you?
For your information, the final exam will be held next week, from Monday to Friday. We will face Math in the first day. Hope you get well soon.
Erwin
Some other examples :
Dear Bams,
I'm sorry for cancelling our plan to go fishing this weekend, i hope you're not upset. I promise we will do it next week.
Dear mom,
I forgot to bring my pencil case. can you bring it to my school? you can give it to the security and tell him to deliver the pencil case to my class. Thanks
Your lovely son,
Jake