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cover letterA letter sent with and explaining the purpose of another document, especially a resume when applying for a job

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: A letter sent with and explaining the purpose of another document, especially a resume when applying for a job

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkʌvər ˈletər/

Example Sentences

  • His cover letter was so boring that the HR manager fell asleep reading it.
  • She spent more time perfecting her cover letter than writing her actual resume.
  • The cover letter should highlight your relevant experience and enthusiasm for the position.

cover letter

NOUN

[/ˈkʌvər ˈletər/]

A letter sent with and explaining the purpose of another document, especially a resume when applying for a job

She polishes her cover letter before sending the job application.
💡 Concept

She polishes her cover letter before sending the job application.

Write each cover letter better than the letter before!
🎵 Rhyme

Write each cover letter better than the letter before!

Got the picture? Now let's practice.

🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˈkʌvər ˈletər/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈkʌvə ˈletə/

🌳Etymology

🎵Rhyme

betterlettersettergetter
better
letter
setter
getter

🔗Collocations

write a cover letter
compelling cover letter
attach a cover letter
personalized cover letter
submit with cover letter
tailor cover letter

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

His cover letter was so boring that the HR manager fell asleep reading it.

😄 Fun example

She spent more time perfecting her cover letter than writing her actual resume.

The cover letter should highlight your relevant experience and enthusiasm for the position.

A well-written cover letter can make the difference between getting an interview and being rejected.

📚Related Words

Synonyms

application lettercovering letterletter of introductionmotivation letter

Antonyms

rejection letterdismissal notice

Related

resumeCVjob applicationportfolioreference letter

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