This term functions as both a noun and a verb, shifting between the physical message, the digital address, and the act of transmission. In professional settings, it is the standard medium for formal correspondence, though it carries a lower level of formality than a traditional physical letter.
When used as a noun to refer to an address, it is often used interchangeably with email address. As a verb, it is a functional conversion where the noun becomes the action, similar to how phone became a verb. It is generally preferred over the more cumbersome phrase send an email in modern business English.
Meanings
Examples
I sent an email.
Check your email.
Email me later.
I was writing an email.
She emailed the photos yesterday.
He forgot to check his email.
I will email the teacher about the homework.
Could you email the itinerary for our trip?
The detective found a clue in the email.
Please email the revised proposal for my review.
I sincerely apologize for the delayed email response.
The archive contains an email from the founder.
Phrasal Verbs
email over
to send a document or piece of information via email to someone else
I will email over the final contract as soon as it is signed.
email back
to reply to a previous electronic message
Please email me back by Friday to confirm your attendance.