Structure of an Order

An order in English follows a specific structure that includes several key components. This guide outlines the essential elements of a Bestellung auf Englisch (order in English) and provides a template for crafting effective orders.

Definition: An order is a formal request made by a buyer to a seller, specifying the goods or services they wish to purchase, along with details such as quantity, price, and delivery terms.

The structure of an order typically includes:

1. Reference to offer
2. Details of goods
3. Price and discount
4. Delivery
5. Payment
6. Acknowledgement
7. Suitable ending
8. Enclosure

Highlight: The order should begin with "Dear Mr/Mrs..." followed by the order number and a reference to the previous offer.

When writing the main body of the order, it's crucial to clearly state the goods being ordered. This is usually presented in a table format with the following columns:

• Catalogue number
• Item
• Quantity
• Item price
• Total price

Example: For a treadmill order, you might write: TM03 | Treadmill | 2 | 6,99€ | 13,98€

After detailing the goods, include information about delivery terms, such as "Delivery CPT Aachen within 30 days after receipt of order."

Vocabulary: CPT stands for "Carriage Paid To," a common incoterm used in international trade.

The order should conclude with a request for order confirmation and dispatch advice, followed by a polite closing such as "Yours sincerely."