B2 Expression 격식체 3분 분량

We will keep you informed

Formal business communication expression

Use this to reassure someone that you will share news as soon as it becomes available.

15초 만에

  • A promise to provide future updates or news.
  • Commonly used in business emails and professional settings.
  • Builds trust by ensuring the listener isn't forgotten.

This phrase is a promise that you will provide updates or news to someone as soon as you have more information.

주요 예문

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1

After a job interview

Thank you for coming in; we will keep you informed of our decision.

We will let you know what we decide about the job.

💼
2

Waiting for medical test results

The lab is still processing the data, but we will keep you informed.

We will tell you the results as soon as they are ready.

💭
3

A delayed flight announcement

Due to the storm, we will keep you informed regarding the new departure time.

We will tell you when the plane is leaving later.

👔
🌍

문화적 배경

This phrase is a cornerstone of Western 'proactive communication.' It reflects a business culture that prioritizes transparency and regular updates to prevent customer anxiety. In the digital age, it has become a standard automated response for support tickets and shipping notifications.

💡

The 'We' vs 'I' Secret

Use 'We' to sound like a solid company, but use 'I' if you want to build a personal connection with the client.

⚠️

The Ghosting Trap

If you say this, you MUST follow up. In English-speaking business culture, breaking this promise is seen as very unprofessional.

15초 만에

  • A promise to provide future updates or news.
  • Commonly used in business emails and professional settings.
  • Builds trust by ensuring the listener isn't forgotten.

What It Means

This phrase is your way of saying "I don't have the answer yet."

But it also promises that you will share news soon.

It sounds professional and very organized.

Think of it as a bridge between today and the future.

You are telling someone they are important enough for an update.

It’s like saying, "Don't worry, I haven't forgotten you."

How To Use It

You usually put this at the end of a conversation.

In an email, it often comes before your sign-off.

You can use we if you represent a company.

Use I if you are speaking for yourself.

It works best when there is a process happening.

Maybe you are waiting for a boss to sign a paper.

Or perhaps a package is stuck in the mail.

Just drop this phrase to keep the other person calm.

When To Use It

Use it when a client asks for a status update.

It’s perfect for job interviews after the meeting ends.

Use it when a flight is delayed at the airport.

It’s great for project managers who need to manage expectations.

Basically, use it whenever silence would be awkward or worrying.

It fills the gap while you wait for real news.

When NOT To Use It

Don't use this if you are ordering a pizza.

"I will keep you informed about my hunger" sounds weird.

Avoid it in very casual settings with your siblings.

It can feel cold or distant if used with family.

Also, never say it if you plan to ghost someone.

Breaking this promise can ruin your professional reputation quickly.

Cultural Background

In many Western cultures, "no news" is often seen as "bad news."

People get anxious when they don't hear back from a business.

This phrase was born to solve that specific anxiety.

It’s a verbal "loading bar" for human interactions.

It shows that you value the other person's time and peace of mind.

It’s a hallmark of polite, efficient corporate communication.

Common Variations

You might hear We’ll keep you posted in slightly more relaxed offices.

I’ll be in touch is another common way to say this.

If you want to be very formal, try We will provide further updates.

In tech, people often say I'll keep you in the loop.

Each one has a slightly different "vibe" but the same goal.

Pick the one that fits your office culture best.

사용 참고사항

This phrase is highly effective in professional emails to end a conversation where an outcome is still pending. Be careful not to use it in very intimate or casual relationships, as it can sound cold.

💡

The 'We' vs 'I' Secret

Use 'We' to sound like a solid company, but use 'I' if you want to build a personal connection with the client.

⚠️

The Ghosting Trap

If you say this, you MUST follow up. In English-speaking business culture, breaking this promise is seen as very unprofessional.

💬

The 'Loop' Metaphor

If someone says 'Keep me in the loop,' they are asking for the same thing but in a much more modern, tech-savvy way.

예시

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#1 After a job interview
💼

Thank you for coming in; we will keep you informed of our decision.

We will let you know what we decide about the job.

Standard way to end an interview professionally.

#2 Waiting for medical test results
💭

The lab is still processing the data, but we will keep you informed.

We will tell you the results as soon as they are ready.

Provides comfort during a stressful waiting period.

#3 A delayed flight announcement
👔

Due to the storm, we will keep you informed regarding the new departure time.

We will tell you when the plane is leaving later.

Used by authorities to manage a large crowd.

#4 Texting a friend about a party
🤝

I'm still waiting to hear from the venue, but I'll keep you informed!

I'll let you know about the party spot soon.

Slightly formal for a text, but shows you are being helpful.

#5 A sarcastic comment to a roommate
😄

I'll keep you informed if I ever decide to wash my mountain of laundry.

I'll tell you when I finally do my chores.

Uses formal language in a casual setting for comedic effect.

#6 A company dealing with a technical bug
💼

Our engineers are working on the fix, and we will keep you informed of the progress.

We will tell you how the repair is going.

Essential for maintaining customer trust during a crisis.

셀프 테스트

Choose the best word to complete the professional promise.

We have received your application and we will keep you ___.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: informed

The phrase uses the past participle 'informed' to describe the state of the person receiving the news.

Which variation is most appropriate for a relaxed office environment?

I don't have the sales figures yet, but I'll keep you ___.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: posted

'Keep you posted' is a very common, slightly less formal variation of 'keep you informed'.

🎉 점수: /2

시각 학습 자료

Formality Levels of Future Updates

Casual

Used with friends or close teammates.

I'll keep you in the loop.

Neutral

Standard office talk.

I'll keep you posted.

Formal

Official business or customer service.

We will keep you informed.

Where to use 'Keep You Informed'

We will keep you informed
💼

Job Application

Waiting for hiring news.

✈️

Travel Delay

Waiting for a train or plane.

📊

Project Management

Updating a client on progress.

🛠️

Customer Support

Fixing a broken product.

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

It means the speaker promises to give you updates as soon as they have new information. It is a way to manage expectations when an answer isn't ready yet.

It can be a bit stiff for a casual text. In a text to a friend, you might prefer saying I'll let you know or I'll keep you posted.

Informed is more formal and professional. Posted is neutral and very common in everyday office life.

Yes, it is often used when the news is uncertain. It prepares the listener to receive any kind of update later on.

No, but in a business context, it is a strong professional commitment. Failing to follow up can damage your reputation.

Both are correct! Informed of the situation and informed about the changes are both commonly used by native speakers.

There is no set time, but usually, it implies 'as soon as something changes.' If it takes a long time, send a 'no-update' update.

No, that is grammatically incorrect. You must use the past participle informed because the person is the one being informed.

Stay tuned is more informal and often used in media or entertainment. Keep you informed is better for serious business.

Absolutely. It shows your boss that you are taking responsibility for a task and will manage the communication.

관련 표현

Keep you posted

A slightly less formal version of keeping someone updated.

Keep you in the loop

To include someone in a group that receives regular information.

I'll get back to you

A promise to return with an answer or more information later.

Stay tuned

Wait for further information (often used in a more exciting or public context).

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