CELPIP Writing
Part 1 of 2
Writing an Email
You're given a situation and asked to write an email that fits it — the right purpose, the right reader, and the right tone. It's marked on content, vocabulary, readability and how fully you address the prompt.
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A taste of the set — 80 in total. The first is free; a free account opens the rest.
What this part asks of you
- A described situation with a clear purpose
- An email pitched to a specific reader
- Marked on the four official Writing criteria
How CELPIP Writing is scored
Both CELPIP Writing tasks are marked on four criteria — Content/Coherence, Vocabulary, Readability, and Task Fulfillment — and your writing is converted to a Writing level from 1 to 12.
How to prepare for Writing an Email
- Pin down the purpose, reader, and situation from the prompt, then make sure every part of your email actually addresses them for strong Task Fulfillment.
- Match your tone to the reader, choosing formal or friendly language deliberately since Readability and appropriateness both count.
- Organize your email into clear paragraphs with an opening, body, and closing so your Coherence is easy to follow.
Practise on the real interface
The same screen, timer and controls as test day — rebuilt so nothing on the exam is a surprise.
Writing an Email: frequently asked questions
It is marked on four criteria — Content/Coherence, Vocabulary, Readability, and Task Fulfillment — and the result contributes to a Writing level from 1 to 12.
Match the formality to the reader and situation in the prompt; a complaint to a company is more formal than a note to a friend, and choosing the right register supports your score.
Yes, covering all the required points fully is central to Task Fulfillment, so read the prompt carefully and respond to each element it asks for.
You are given a suggested length range and should write enough to fully develop your points without padding; aim to be complete and clear rather than counting words obsessively.