PS Postscript - (also written as 'P.S.') Used when you want to include an additional thought or message at the end of a letter after the signature. If they are not there to sign it themselves, etc. PP Per Procurationem - A Latin phrase meaning that you are signing the letter on somebody else's behalf N/A Not Applicable - Indicates that something does not apply to the given context or situation. FYI For Your Information - Used to provide information or share something without expecting a specific response.

FAQ Frequently Asked Questions - Refers to a list of commonly asked questions and their answers. FAO For the Attention Of - Similar to 'Attn', FAO is used to show that you intend the letter for a particular person or department. ETA Estimated Time of Arrival - Indicates the expected time of arrival for a package, person, or event. EOM End of Month - Specifies that a task or response is expected by the end of the current month. EOD End of Day - Specifies that a task or response is expected by the end of the workday. Enclosure - Used to indicate that additional documents or materials are included with the letter.

COB Close of Business - Specifies that a task or response is expected by the end of the business day. CEO Chief Executive Officer - Refers to the highest-ranking executive in a company or organization. CC Carbon Copy - When you send a copy of a letter to more than one person, you use this abbreviation to let them know. BCC Blind Carbon Copy - Similar to CC, but the recipients' names are not visible to other recipients. Attn: Attention - Indicates that the letter is intended for a specific person or department. ASAP As Soon As Possible - Used to indicate the urgency of a request or action needed. AKA Also Known As - Used to introduce an alternative name or alias for a person or thing. Getting to know these common abbreviations will help to keep your letters sharp. There are several abbreviations that are commonly used in professional letters.

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