Letterhead: meaning, definitions and examples
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letterhead
[ ˈlɛtərhɛd ]
business stationery
Letterhead refers to the heading at the top of a sheet of paper that typically features the name, address, and logo of a company or organization. It is used on official correspondence to convey professionalism and branding. Letterhead can be printed on various types of paper and often includes other contact details.
Synonyms
letter paper, stationery.
Examples of usage
- I printed the report on our company letterhead.
- Make sure to use letterhead for official communications.
- The letterhead included the company's logo and contact information.
Translations
Translations of the word "letterhead" in other languages:
🇵🇹 cabeçalho
🇮🇳 लेटरहेड
🇩🇪 Briefkopf
🇮🇩 kop surat
🇺🇦 фірмовий бланк
🇵🇱 nagłówek
🇯🇵 レターヘッド
🇫🇷 en-tête
🇪🇸 membrete
🇹🇷 antet
🇰🇷 편지 머리글
🇸🇦 رأس الرسالة
🇨🇿 hlavička
🇸🇰 hlavička
🇨🇳 信头
🇸🇮 glava
🇮🇸 bréfhaus
🇰🇿 хаттама
🇬🇪 მოწვდილი
🇦🇿 məktub başlığı
🇲🇽 membrete
Etymology
The term 'letterhead' dates back to the 19th century, where it originally referred to the printed heading on a letter, designed to identify the sender. The word 'letter' comes from the Latin 'litera', meaning a letter of the alphabet, or writing, while 'head' refers to the upper part or heading of something. As businesses grew during the industrial revolution, the use of professionally printed letterheads became a common practice among corporations to establish branding and provide essential contact information in their correspondence. With advancements in printing technology, the design and quality of letterhead materials have evolved significantly, including the addition of colors, graphics, and various paper stocks to enhance visual appeal and professionalism.