Ø  An address is a superscription of a letter directing who the letter is meant to reach.

Ø  The writer also writes their address in the letter to allow for the reply.

Ø  An address is written on an envelop, letter, or package.

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Addresses in Letters

Ø  Address format vary according to the type of letter written.

Ø  Even though they are written differently, there are common features such as:

• The post office box number
• The postcode
• The street, road, or building where the post office is located
• The city or town
• The country

Ø  There are two formats of writing addresses:

• Block format; and
• Indented format

1. Ø  Address written in a block.

   Ø  Paragraphs also blocked.

   Ø  An example is

   KILIMAMBOGO FOOD AND BEVERAGE, P.O. BOX 555-35400, KILIMAMBOGO – KENYA.

Ø  Written on a slant.

Ø  The paragraphs in the letter are also indented.

Ø  An example is:

KILIMAMBOGO FOOD AND BEVERAGES,        P.O. BOX 555-35400,               KILIMAMBOGO – KENYA.