How would you write a proper spanish letter

Question

Basically how would you format a letter like this:

Dear _____

(Paragraph)

(ending), Full Name

Is it the same as how you write an English letter? Any rules?

Answer 1

Yes, there are lots of rules, and there is a big difference between professional and personal letters.

Check out this web page covering the basics about writing professional and personal letters in Spanish:

Escribir cartas

very helpful link. Thank you! - smoay, Feb 1, 2012

Answer 2

Basically is the same but be careful with the use of "Dear". Many spaniards think that "Querido" (literally translation of "Dear") must be used only for close friends. It's better use the word "Estimado" or the phrase "Al señor..." o "A la señora..."

thank you :) - smoay, Feb 1, 2012