subject-line

Vocabulary Word

Definition

The 'subject line' in an email or a letter, is a brief phrase that summarizes the main topic of the message. It's used to give the reader a quick understanding of what to expect in the mail.

Examples in Different Contexts

In a B2B communication, a subject line such as ‘July Partnership Update: Progress and Next Steps’ clearly communicates the email’s purpose and encourages the recipient to read further.

Practice Scenarios

Academics

Scenario:

Your research paper submission was successfully received. However, in future correspondences, we should streamline our communication better.

Response:

Agreed. Including a clear subject line mentioning the purpose of the email would certainly streamline the communication process.

Marketing

Scenario:

Our upcoming email campaign needs to grab attention instantly. We really want those email analytics to shine this time.

Response:

Definitely. A compelling subject line would certainly help in increasing the open rates of our emails. Let's brainstorm some catchy ideas.