VIP Class Notes (Lily) [S]

Speaking exercise

Suppose you have to cancel your travel plan and will not be able to visit Professor Smith. Write him an email.

1) Apologize and explain situation, and
2) Suggest a future meeting time, use name Li Ming.

Sorry Professor Smith, I must say sorry to you because I changed my plan. I get a cold.


To Professor Smith,

I’m Lily and I’m writing to apologize for canceling the meeting today at 10am. I suffered from a bad fever last night, and had to see the doctor this morning. The doctor advised me to rest at home, therefore I had to cancel the appointment with you.

I would be more than happy to schedule another appointment time with you next week. What would be your availability for next week in the morning? I look forward to meet you again!

Thank you so much for your understanding.

Best wishes,

Lily