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STRUCTURAL-SEMANTIC FEATURES OF THE TEXT OF
APPLICATIONS IN FRENCH
Fayzullaev Khurshid
PhD student (SSIFL)
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14508341
Abstract:
This article provides a detailed explanation of the theoretical
and practical foundations of writing formal applications. The structure, main
parts, and content of applications are expressed in a formal style, reflecting
social and hierarchical relationships. In particular, the use of politeness forms (la
formule de politesse) in applications written in French is analyzed, depending
on the status of the recipient. Expressions that serve to express respect and
politeness, their hierarchical order, and the context of use are explained through
examples. This guide is aimed at improving the process of writing applications,
covering grammatical and pragmatic aspects. In particular, the correct choice of
the level of respect and taking into account hierarchical relationships in the
process of writing applications increases the chances of achieving the applicant's
goal.
Keywords:
Application, official document, la formule de politesse, level of
respect, hierarchical relations, form of address, polite expressions
An application is an official document, written to a specific institution or
official in the name of a person with a request, proposal or complaint. This
document is written in an official style and is one of the most widely used and
widespread business papers in practice. Writing an application is a widespread
phenomenon in society and is used by representatives of various social strata,
from schoolchildren to students, managers, farmers, engineers, scientists,
entrepreneurs and officials. Thus, almost all members of society are not immune
to the process of writing an application.
The prevalence and diversity of the application document are associated
with the diversity of its writers and the institutions to which it is sent. These
documents can be addressed to school principals, university rectors, enterprise
managers, district or regional leadership, in general, to any department or head
who has the authority to consider and resolve the applicant's proposal, request
or complaint. This shows how wide-ranging and diverse the applications are.
Writing an application is an integral part of any official communication,
and its content and form differ fundamentally depending on the purpose. At the
same time, applications in French differ not only in grammatical and stylistic
terms, but also in language elements that reflect social hierarchy. A correctly
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formulated application text increases the chances of receiving a faster and more
effective response to the author's appeal.
Regardless of the size, style, and type, any formal letter has its own
essential components, the consistency of which is essential for the effective
reception and understanding of the letter. Each part has its own function,
serving to express the purpose, content, and respect for the person being
addressed. These parts are especially important in French-language letters, and
they are based on clearly defined rules. The main components of French letters
are explained in detail below:
1. Sender's details (Les coordinates de l’expéditeur)
The personal details of the person or organization writing the letter are
given at the beginning of the document. They include:
• Surname and first name: Required to identify the sender.
• Position: If the applicant is applying from an organization or company, this
should be indicated.
• Address: The exact address of the sender's place of residence or work.
• Telephone number: Required for communication.
• Email address: To receive a response to the documents electronically.
This information helps to identify the applicant and serves as a basis for
communication.
2. Recipient details (Les coordinates du destinataire)
The full details of the person to whom the application is being sent are
written. This section includes the following:
• Surname and first name: The full name of the recipient.
• Position: Indicates whether the recipient is an official or manager in the
organization.
• Address: The exact mailing address of the institution.
• Phone number and email address: To contact the applicant if necessary.
This information is important to ensure that the application is sent to the
correct recipient.
3. Purpose (L’Objet)
This section is one of the most important sections of the application, in
which the writer briefly, clearly and concisely states why he is applying. This
section clarifies the type of application and the purpose of its writing. For
example, it can be in the form of “Demande d’emploi”, “Demande de
renseignement” or “Demande de logement”.
4. City and date
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The place and date of the application are indicated. This section serves to
determine the time relevance of the document. The date increases the level of
formality of any document and is important for future use. For example:
Samarcande, le 15 juillet.
5. Form of address (Forme d’appel)
In this section, the applicant addresses the recipient respectfully. For
example, forms of address such as “Monsieur”, “Madame” or “Cher Directeur”
are used. In French, the form of address is especially important and is selected
depending on the title and social status of the recipient.
6. Main text (Le texte principal)
The content of the application is described in detail in this section. In this
section, the purpose of the application, reasons for the application, information
to be attached to the document and other necessary details are written. The text
should be written in a simple, clear and understandable way. It is recommended
to avoid excessive emotional expressions or ambiguity in sentences.
7. Politeness Form (Formule de politesse)
In formal applications, it is important to express respect and courtesy. In
this part, the writer expresses gratitude for receiving and considering his
application and expresses his respect. In French, this part is more complex and
uses phrases such as “Veuillez agréer, Monsieur/Madame, l’expression de ma
haute consideration”.
8. Signature (Signature)
The final part of the application is the signature, which is placed by the person or
representative of the organization writing the document. The signature ensures
the formality and reliability of the application.
Any formal application is built on the basis of these necessary parts, and
the correct consistency of these parts is important for the effective reception
and understanding of the application. In particular, applications written in
French reflect not only grammar and style through these parts, but also social
respect and hierarchical relationships. Therefore, writing each section carefully
and clearly ensures that the applicant successfully achieves his goal.
The politeness form (la formule de politesse) is of great importance in
application texts, which depends on the person to whom the application is being
written. These forms not only reflect the requirements of etiquette, but also
indicate the hierarchical relationship between the applicant and the recipient.
The correct choice of the politeness form is an important factor in the effective
reception of the application.
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The following expressions are widely used in official applications written
in French:
• The phrase “Veuillez agréer” is used in a more elegant and formal manner than
the phrases “Je vous prie d’agréer” or “Agréez”.
• The phrase “…l’expression de ma haute consideration” is used when
addressing a person of high social status.
• The phrase “…l’assurance de ma haute consideration” is used when addressing
a person of equal status.
Such phrases indicate the degree of respect of the addressee for the
addressee. This ensures that the written address is complete in content and
form, taking into account hierarchical differences.
Various phrases and stable devices are used to indicate the degree of
respect of the addressee for the addressee. The following are the different
degrees of respect and their hierarchical order:
Veuillez agréer mes salutations les meilleures
Veuillez agréer mes salutations distinguées
Veuillez agréer mes salutations respectueuses
Veuillez agréer l’assurance de mes sentiments les meilleurs
Veuillez agréer l’assurance de mes sentiments distingués
Veuillez agréer l’assurance de mes sentiments respectueux
Veuillez agréer l’assurance de ma haute considération
Veuillez agréer l’assurance de ma plus haute considération
Veuillez agréer l’assurance de ma parfaite considération
Veuillez agréer l’assurance de ma considération distinguée
Veuillez agréer l’assurance de ma considération très distinguée
These phrases are chosen according to the title and social status of the
person being addressed.
In French applications, the form of politeness reflects not only the content
and style of the application, but also the hierarchical relationship between the
applicant and the recipient. The use of expressions that express respect and
politeness by the applicant helps to achieve his goal faster. In particular, when
addressing persons of higher status, the use of elegant and formal expressions is
preferred, and when addressing a person of equal status, simpler but respectful
styles are preferred.
Although applications written in French are similar in form, there are
significant differences in their content. These differences depend not only on the
social status of the applicant and the recipient, but also on the correct choice of
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the form of politeness. The choice of words and expressions in the application
texts, understanding their social and pragmatic meanings, allows the writer of
the application to achieve his goal faster. Therefore, the correct use of politeness
forms is considered an integral part of the culture of official correspondence.
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