Is it inadequate to use "a couple of things" in a formal letter? If so, what word or phrase would work better?
Example:
I`m writing to inquire about a couple of things regarding my new job placement.
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1We'll need a bit more context to answer this.– marcellothearcaneJul 31, 2019 at 16:08
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e.g. "I`m writing to inquire about a couple of things regarding my new job placement." or "I would like to inquire about a couple of things in regards to my new job placement" .– MiraJul 31, 2019 at 16:14
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Have you checked a thesaurus? You need to share with us where you got stuck. // Details is what I'd use. You could also use particulars but that might sound too stuffy in the US.– aparente001Jul 31, 2019 at 19:04
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'a couple of things' may not be appropriate in formal letters, especially because of the word 'things' which is used for everything without a specific meaning. I would recommend using 'a few/several/a couple of aspects/ issues', and if possible use a specific word that describes and substitutes 'things'.
Eg: We discussed a few demands, which are relevant for us.
Compare with: We discussed a couple of things which are relevant for us.
Register varies.
