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    What does "RE" stand for at the beginning of a memo or letter?

    Question #13537. Asked by TheJay. (Aug 24 01 12:03 AM)


    Brainy Blonde

    Reference

    Aug 24 01, 12:20 AM
    Brainy Blonde

    It could mean reference or regarding, both mean the same. It is the standard
    abreviation for telling the person/company who the memo or letter is addressed
    to, what it is concerning. The same as the subject area when sending an e-mail.
    If you need a source, you can check out
    www.4hb.com/letter/index.html
    There are dozens of sample business letters there. I just don't have time to
    look at them all, but I'm sure you will find what you need. If not, just look
    under business letter writing on the internet, and you will find numerous sites
    that should be able to help you. I hope I have been of some help. Good luck.

    Aug 24 01, 1:24 AM
    Gnomon

    Re is a Latin word meaning 'about'. It is a left-over from the days when many highly educated people spoke Latin and would use Latin words in business.

    Aug 24 01, 7:23 AM


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