Message vs. Letter — What's the Difference?

Any form of communication transmitted between parties.

A written message addressed to a person or organization.

An implicit meaning or moral conveyed by a story or event.

A formal method of communication, often mailed.

A short piece of information sent digitally.

A precise written statement, often requiring a response.

A verbal, written, or recorded communication sent to someone.

A character representing one or more of the sounds used in speech; any of the alphabetic characters.

Communication through expressions or gestures.

An award or symbol of recognition in athletics, often worn on a sweater.

A message is a discrete unit of communication intended by the source for consumption by some recipient or group of recipients. A message may be delivered by various means, including courier, telegraphy, carrier pigeon and electronic bus.

A character representing one or more of the sounds used in speech; any of the symbols of an alphabet

A verbal, written, or recorded communication sent to or left for a recipient who cannot be contacted directly

A written, typed, or printed communication, sent in an envelope by post or messenger

A significant political, social, or moral point that is being conveyed by a film, speech, etc.

The precise terms of a statement or requirement; the strict verbal interpretation

An errand

Literature

Send a message to (someone), especially by email

A style of typeface.

A usually short communication transmitted by words, signals, or other means from one person, station, or group to another

Inscribe letters or writing on

The substance of such a communication; the point or points conveyed

Be given a school or college initial as a mark of proficiency in sport

A statement made or read before a gathering

A written symbol or character representing a speech sound and being a component of an alphabet.

A basic thesis or lesson; a moral

A written symbol or character used in the graphemic representation of a word, such as the h in Thames. See Note at Thames.

To send a message to.

A written or printed communication directed to a person or organization.

To send as a message

Often letters A certified document granting rights to its bearer.

To send a message; communicate.

Literal meaning

A communication, or what is communicated; any concept or information conveyed.

Literary culture; belles-lettres.

An underlying theme or conclusion to be drawn from something.

Learning or knowledge, especially of literature.

An errand.

Literature or writing as a profession.

See groceries, shopping.

A piece of type that prints a single character.

To send a message to; to transmit a message to, e.g. as text via a cell phone.

A specific style of type.

To send (something) as a message; usually refers to electronic messaging.

The characters in one style of type.

(intransitive) To send a message or messages; to be capable of sending messages.

An emblem in the shape of the initial of a school awarded for outstanding performance, especially in varsity athletics.

(obsolete) To bear as a message.

To write letters on

Any notice, word, or communication, written or verbal, sent from one person to another.

To write in letters

Hence, specifically, an official communication, not made in person, but delivered by a messenger; as, the President's message.

To write or form letters.

A messenger.

To earn a school letter, as for outstanding athletic achievement

To bear as a message.

A symbol in an alphabet.

A communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled;

A written or printed communication, generally longer and more formal than a note.

What a communication that is about something is about

The literal meaning of something, as distinguished from its intended and remoter meaning (the spirit).

Send a message to;

Literature.

Send as a message;

(law) A division unit of a piece of law marked by a letter of the alphabet.

Send a message;

A size of paper, 8½ in × 11 in (215.9 mm × 279.4 mm, US paper sizes rounded to the nearest 5 mm).

A size of paper, 215 mm × 280 mm.

Clipping of varsity letter

A single type; type, collectively; a style of type.

(archaic) One who retards or hinders.

(transitive) To print, inscribe, or paint letters on something.

To earn a varsity letter (award).

One who lets or permits; one who lets anything for hire.

One who retards or hinders.

A mark or character used as the representative of a sound, or of an articulation of the human organs of speech; a first element of written language.

A written or printed communication; a message expressed in intelligible characters on something adapted to conveyance, as paper, parchment, etc.; an epistle.

A writing; an inscription.

Verbal expression; literal statement or meaning; exact signification or requirement.

A single type; type, collectively; a style of type.

Learning; erudition; as, a man of letters.

A letter; an epistle.

A telegram longer than an ordinary message sent at rates lower than the standard message rate in consideration of its being sent and delivered subject to priority in service of regular messages. Such telegrams are called by the Western Union Company day letters, or night letters according to the time of sending, and by The Postal Telegraph Company day lettergrams, or night lettergrams.

To impress with letters; to mark with letters or words; as, a book gilt and lettered.

A written message addressed to a person or organization;

The conventional characters of the alphabet used to represent speech;

A strictly literal interpretation (as distinct from the intention);

An award earned by participation in a school sport;

Owner who lets another person use something (housing usually) for hire

Win an athletic letter

Set down or print with letters

Mark letters on or mark with letters

A letter is a written form of communication that is usually sent by mail and is more formal and detailed.

A letter is tangible and often conveys a more personal or formal touch, whereas digital messages are quick and versatile.

Messages can be transmitted digitally or verbally, while letters are usually sent via postal services.

Messages can be delivered almost instantaneously, while letters require days, depending on postal services.

Yes, messages can be formal, especially in professional or official digital communications.

Yes, messages can be conveyed through non-verbal means, such as gestures or facial expressions.

A message is any form of communicated information, which can be digital, verbal, or non-verbal.

Technology has greatly increased the use and speed of messages, making letters less common for everyday communication.

Yes, digital messages can include multimedia such as images, videos, and links.

Digital messages can be encrypted for privacy, whereas letters offer physical privacy but can be subject to tampering.

Letters are less common in everyday communication but remain significant in formal, legal, and personal contexts.

The purpose of a letter can range from personal correspondence to official matters requiring detailed communication.

Yes, letters can serve as legal documents or evidence in various contexts.

Cultural perceptions can vary widely, with some cultures valuing the tradition and personal touch of letters, while others prioritize the efficiency and versatility of digital messages.

Receiving a letter can evoke a sense of nostalgia and personal connection, while messages are often seen as more routine.