Yours sincerely:

‘Yours sincerely’ is commonly used in a formal letter wherein the author knows the name of the respondent. ‘Regards’ is commonly used for informal communication that is written to close friends or relatives. Learn when to use "Yours sincerely" or "Yours faithfully" to end a letter. See the rules, examples, and exceptions for US and UK conventions. Learn ways to use "Sincerely Yours" in professional form and it's significance of the phrase in writing. Learn the difference between Yours Sincerely and Sincerely Yours, and how to use them correctly in American and British English. Find out the historical significance, modern usage, and common errors of this formal letter closing.