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Cover letter - translation, pronunciation and examples

cover letter
/ˈkʌvə ˈlɛtə/

cover letter

🇺🇸 American English
/ˈkʌvər ˈlɛtər/
🇬🇧 British English
/ˈkʌvə ˈlɛtə/
🇷🇺 Russian
[səprəvɐˈdʲitʲelʲnəje pʲisʲˈmo]
Meaning of cover letter

letter sent with a resume

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When to use cover letter

Include a cover letter that explains your experience

Добавьте сопроводительное письмо, в котором вы описываете свой опыт.

His cover letter mentioned a key project he led

В его сопроводительном письме упоминался ключевой проект, которым он руководил.

cover letter usage examples

🇷🇺Russian🇬🇧English

Добавьте сопроводительное письмо, в котором вы описываете свой опыт.

Include a cover letter that explains your experience.

🇷🇺Russian🇬🇧English

В его сопроводительном письме упоминался ключевой проект, которым он руководил.

His cover letter mentioned a key project he led.

Similar words

cover letter

Standard document sent with a CV explaining why the applicant is suitable for a specific job.

application letter

A formal letter sent with an application or CV; often used interchangeably with 'cover letter' in job contexts.

introductory email

An email used to introduce oneself or an application; usually shorter and often less formal than a printed cover letter but can serve the same function in electronic applications.

motivation letter

Focuses on the applicant's motivation and reasons for applying; common for university, scholarships and internships, sometimes for jobs.

letter of intent

A formal statement declaring intention or interest (used in business deals, admissions, or negotiations); sometimes used like a cover letter but generally broader and more formal.

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cover letterсопроводительное письмо
childребёнок
studentстудент
examэкзамен
homeworkдомашняя работа
gradeоценка
onlineонлайн

cover letter synonyms

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What's the difference between cover letter / application letter / introductory email / motivation letter / letter of intent / personal statement

🇬🇧English
cover letter

Standard document sent with a CV explaining why the applicant is suitable for a specific job.

B1Very Often

Please find my cover letter and CV attached for the position.

Прикладываю сопроводительное письмо и резюме для этой вакансии.

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🇬🇧English
application letter

A formal letter sent with an application or CV; often used interchangeably with 'cover letter' in job contexts.

B1Often

Send an application letter explaining your interest and attach your CV.

Отправьте письмо-заявление с объяснением вашего интереса и приложите резюме.

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🇬🇧English
introductory email

An email used to introduce oneself or an application; usually shorter and often less formal than a printed cover letter but can serve the same function in electronic applications.

B1Often

I sent an introductory email attaching my CV to the hiring manager.

Я отправил вводный e‑mail с приложенным резюме менеджеру по найму.

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motivation letter

Focuses on the applicant's motivation and reasons for applying; common for university, scholarships and internships, sometimes for jobs.

B1Often

The university asked for a motivation letter describing my research interests.

Университет попросил письмо с объяснением мотивации, где я описал свои исследовательские интересы.

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letter of intent

A formal statement declaring intention or interest (used in business deals, admissions, or negotiations); sometimes used like a cover letter but generally broader and more formal.

B1Often

They signed a letter of intent to begin the partnership.

Они подписали письмо о намерениях начать партнёрство.

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🇬🇧English
personal statement

A longer, personal essay used for university or college admissions describing background, achievements and motivations; more reflective than a short job cover letter.

B1Often

Her personal statement explained how her volunteer work shaped her career goals.

В её личном заявлении было объяснено, как волонтёрская работа сформировала её профессиональные цели.

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🇬🇧English
introductory letter

A general letter intended to introduce a person or organization; broader and often less specific to job applications than a cover letter.

B1Rarely

He sent an introductory letter to potential clients describing his services.

Он отправил вводное письмо потенциальным клиентам с описанием своих услуг.

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How to pronounce cover letter and what this word means

cover letter translation: сопроводительное письмо. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce cover letter

/ˈkʌvə ˈlɛtə/

cover letter translation

сопроводительное письмо

cover letter examples

Include a cover letter that explains your experience.

cover letter transcription

/ˈkʌvə ˈlɛtə/, /ˈkʌvər ˈlɛtər/

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cover letter meaning: what does it mean?

letter sent with a resume

cover letter pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

cover letter is pronounced as /ˈkʌvə ˈlɛtə/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

cover letter definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

Include a cover letter that explains your experience. Translation: Добавьте сопроводительное письмо, в котором вы описываете свой опыт.

Is cover letter part of Employment and HR Documents vocabulary?

Yes, cover letter (сопроводительное письмо) can be learned in the Employment and HR Documents topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is cover letter part of Interview and Resume vocabulary?

Yes, cover letter (сопроводительное письмо) can be learned in the Interview and Resume topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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