Write a reply (100-120 words) to an invitation to a party. In your reply, you should:

- thank for the invitation

- say why you cannot come to the party

- suggest doing something another time

Sample 1:

Dear _______,

Thank you so much for your invitation. It sounds great!

Unfortunately, I can’t make it because I’m going to be in Ho Chi Minh city with my parents.

We get back next Sunday. It would be nice to meet up sometimes. Shall we go to the shopping centre? I’m going to buy you a special gift for your birthday!

I hope you enjoy the party!

Sample 2:

Dear Jane,

I'm happy to hear that you are going to have a birthday party this Sunday. I'm writing this letter to thank you for your letter and thank you for inviting me to go to your party. I really want to go to this party. However, I am sorry to tell you that I cannot go to your party because I am very busy on weekends. I have to prepare for my upcoming examination at school, so it takes me a lot of time to review my lessons.

I hope that you will have an interesting party with your relatives and friends. I want to say “Happy Birthday” to you.

Best wishes,

Jenny

Sample 3:

Hey [Host's Name],

Thanks a bunch for the invitation! I really appreciate you thinking of me. Unfortunately, I won't be able to make it to the party due to a prior commitment. I'm really bummed to miss out on the fun.

How about we plan to catch up another time? I'd love to hang out and make up for missing the party. Let me know when you're free, and we can arrange something fun to do together.

Hope you have an amazing time at the party! Looking forward to seeing you soon.

Best,

[Your Name]

Sample 4:

Hey [Host's Name],

Thank you so much for inviting me to your party! I'm really grateful for the invitation. Unfortunately, I won't be able to make it as I have a family gathering on the same day.

I'm really sorry to miss out on the festivities, but I'd love to catch up with you another time. How about we plan a movie night or dinner together next weekend? Let me know if that works for you.

Wishing you a fantastic party filled with laughter and great memories. Can't wait to see you soon!

Take care,

[Your Name]

Sample 5:

Hey [Host's Name],

I wanted to extend a huge thank you for the invitation to your party! I'm truly honored that you thought of me. Unfortunately, I won't be able to attend due to a prior commitment.

I'm really disappointed to miss out on all the fun, but I'd love to make it up to you by treating you to lunch or coffee another time. Let's find a day that works for both of us and catch up properly.

I hope your party is a huge success and that you have an amazing time with everyone. Looking forward to seeing you soon!

Warm regards,

[Your Name]