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Extremely common
100 - 200
100 - 200
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Email -
Electronic message sent over a computer network, typically using a dedicated application or website
Example: I'll send you the report via email.
Usage: formalContext: professional communication
Note: Commonly used in business and academic settings for written correspondence.
The system for using computers to send messages over the internet
Example: I check my email every morning for updates.
Usage: informalContext: daily communication
Note: Refers to the overall concept of electronic messaging and the technology used for it.
Email's synonyms
Electronic mail
Electronic mail is a formal term for email, referring to messages distributed electronically over a network.
Example: I will send you the details via electronic mail.
Note: Electronic mail is a more formal term compared to email.
E-message
E-message is a casual term for an electronic message, often used informally to refer to emails or instant messages.
Example: Please check your e-message for further instructions.
Note: E-message is a more informal and colloquial term than email.
Online message
An online message is a message sent or received via the internet, which can include emails, chat messages, or other forms of digital communication.
Example: I received an online message from my colleague about the meeting.
Note: Online message is a broader term that encompasses various forms of digital communication, including email.
Email expressions, common phrases
Inbox
An inbox refers to the folder or section of an email account where new messages are received.
Example: I have so many unread emails in my inbox.
Note: The term 'inbox' specifically relates to the receiving area for emails, whereas 'email' refers to electronic messages in general.
Cc (Carbon copy)
Cc stands for carbon copy and is used to send a copy of an email to additional recipients.
Example: Please cc me on that email so I can stay informed.
Note: While 'email' refers to the overall electronic message, 'cc' specifically denotes sending a copy of the message to someone else.
Attachment
An attachment is a file that is included with an email message.
Example: I've attached the report to this email for your review.
Note: An 'attachment' is a file that is sent along with the email, whereas 'email' itself refers to the electronic message.
Spam
Spam refers to unwanted or unsolicited email messages, often containing advertisements or malicious content.
Example: My spam folder is full of unsolicited emails.
Note: 'Spam' specifically denotes unwanted emails, while 'email' refers to electronic messages in general.
Forward
To forward an email means to send it on to another recipient.
Example: Can you forward me the email chain so I can see the previous conversation?
Note: When you 'forward' an email, you are sending the existing email to another recipient, whereas 'email' refers to the message itself.
Subject line
The subject line is a brief description of the email's content, usually appearing at the top of the message.
Example: Please make sure to include a clear subject line in your email.
Note: While 'email' is the electronic message itself, the 'subject line' is a specific field within the email that summarizes the message's content.
Reply
To reply to an email means to respond to the original message.
Example: I will reply to your email as soon as possible.
Note: When you 'reply' to an email, you are responding to the original message, whereas 'email' refers to the broader concept of electronic messages.
Draft
A draft is an unfinished or preliminary version of an email that is not yet ready to be sent.
Example: I'm still working on the draft of my email before sending it.
Note: A 'draft' is a work-in-progress version of an email, distinct from the finalized and sent 'email' itself.
Folder
A folder is a virtual container within an email account used to categorize and store messages.
Example: I organize my emails into different folders for easy access.
Note: While 'email' refers to the messages themselves, a 'folder' is a digital space where emails are stored and organized.
Email everyday (slang) expressions
E-blast
E-blast is a term used to refer to a mass email sent to a large number of recipients for promotional or informational purposes.
Example: I received an e-blast about the upcoming sale.
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Junk mail
Junk mail is slang for unsolicited or unwanted emails that are often automatically filtered into a separate folder by email providers.
Example: Check your junk mail folder for that email.
Note: It refers to unwanted emails, unlike regular email communications.
Inbox zero
Inbox zero is a term used to describe the practice of keeping one's email inbox empty or almost empty by dealing with emails promptly.
Example: I strive for inbox zero every day.
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Snail mail
Snail mail is a humorous term used to refer to traditional postal mail, as opposed to electronic communication via email.
Example: Can you send me that information via snail mail instead of email?
Note: It refers to physical mail delivery, unlike email which is electronic.
Bounce back
Bounce back is used when an email cannot be delivered to the intended recipient and is returned to the sender.
Example: My email bounced back because the recipient's inbox was full.
Note: It specifically refers to email delivery failure, unlike regular email sending.
Email - Examples
I received an email from my boss.
Please send me an email with the details.
I forgot to check my emails this morning.
She replied to my email within minutes.
Email grammar
Email - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: email
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): emails, email
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): email
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): emailed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): emailing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): emails
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): email
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): email
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Email Contains 1 syllables: email
Phonetic transcription: ˈē-ˌmāl
email , ˈē ˌmāl (The red syllable is stressed)
Email - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
Email: 100 - 200 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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