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let me know vs please inform me

Both 'let me know' and 'please inform me' are correct phrases in English, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Let me know' is more casual and commonly used in everyday conversations. 'Please inform me' is more formal and polite; it is used more often in professional contexts. The choice between the two depends on the level of formality you want to convey.
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let me know

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English, especially in casual conversations.

This phrase is used to ask someone to provide information or updates on a particular topic. It is informal and commonly used in everyday conversations.

Examples:

  • Let me know if you need any help.
  • I'm not sure about the schedule, so please let me know.
  • If you have any questions, just let me know.
  • Mar 13, 2018 ... Check out the official audio of "Let Me Know (I Wonder Why Freestyle)" by Juice WRLD prod by Nick Mira. For all official Juice Wrld News ...
  • Sep 9, 2021 ... 11 votes, 16 comments. Is it correct to say "avisame" for "let me know" in english. I know there should be a tilde on the i, just can't do ...
  • Oct 23, 2014 ... ... by Tamar Braxton feat. Future performing Let Me Know. (C) 2014 Epic Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment/Streamline Records.
  • Jul 16, 2024 ... 92 votes, 83 comments. I suggested a plan and the other person agreed. Now I want to reply: Great, let me know (when you want) ! Merci! :)
  • Feb 19, 2019 ... Official music video for Let Me Know by Róisín Murphy. Taken from the album, Overpowered. Listen now: https://lnk.to/StreamRoisinMurphyAY ...
  • Jul 15, 2015 ... I read an article recently that advised against ending off your emails to clients with the following sentence: 'Let me know how I can help.
  • Apr 8, 2021 ... 34 votes, 13 comments. Hello everyone, what is the formal way to say 'let me know....'. I see there are many ways to say this in Norwegian ...
  • LMK is an education charity working with young people to prevent ... 1191149. ©2021-2024 LMK (Let Me Know). All Rights Reserved. Educating young ...
  • Aug 1, 2019 ... I have a question: Do I use "Let me know if that helped" in the end of e-mail (Instructions were given to a person and now I'm waiting for ...
  • Oct 20, 2024 ... How has Jesus changed your life? Let me know in the comments #TheRebelTour.

Alternatives:

  • keep me posted
  • keep me informed
  • keep me updated
  • keep me in the loop
  • keep me abreast

please inform me

This phrase is also correct in English, but it is more formal and polite compared to 'let me know'.

This phrase is used to request information in a polite and formal manner. It is suitable for professional or formal situations where a higher level of politeness is required.

Examples:

  • Please inform me of any changes to the schedule.
  • Could you please inform me about the status of the project?
  • If there are any updates, please inform me immediately.
  • Feb 5, 2009 ... Hello, I often see this kind of verb conjugation: - Please inform me when you will receive the documentation. Is this correct?
  • Oct 1, 2024 ... Please inform me how does Forts' zone of control work and why the AI can walk through full garrison forts · Comments Section · Community Info ...
  • May 1, 2024 ... English Grammar Vocab (@english.grammar.vocab). 6 Replies. 2.3K Likes. Professional ways to say “let me know”: 1. Please inform me. 2.
  • Mar 29, 2023 ... Please inform me of the plugin(s) enabling these two features. Hi all,. I am randomly browsing some neovim plugins and finding akinsho ...
  • Apr 19, 2007 ... "Could" is the indirect or "polite" form for both places. If you want to be direct, say: Please inform me whether you can set up a new server. or: Set up a new ...
  • Nov 2, 2019 ... when are pumpkin recipes canceled? someone please inform me otherwise i will truly keep going... . Pumpkin Pie Pancakes !! here's a plot ...
  • Mar 3, 2018 ... Rove Downtown, Dubai: "hi could you please inform me what time..." | Check out 6 answers, plus 3844 reviews and 3820 candid photos Ranked ...
  • Jun 4, 2008 ... 2008 problems? Please inform me! Jump to Latest. 2K views ...
  • 3 days ago ... Please inform me of the cool people and things to see in Cutlerville. I have lived here for years and have no friends in the area.
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Alternatives:

  • kindly update me
  • please keep me informed
  • please let me know
  • please provide me with information
  • please keep me in the loop

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