Meaning of the word "yours sincerely" in English

What does "yours sincerely" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

yours sincerely

US /jʊərz sɪnˈsɪərli/
UK /jɔːz sɪnˈsɪəli/

Phrase

a formal closing used in letters when the recipient's name is not known or when addressing a formal body

Example:
To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to apply for the position of Marketing Manager. Yours sincerely, John Smith.
If you don't know the name of the person you are writing to, you should end the letter with Yours sincerely.