ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Letter (message)

A letter is like a really long text message, but instead of sending it through a phone, you write it down on paper and give it to someone or put it in the mailbox to send to someone far away. It's a way to tell someone something important or special using words on paper. You can write about anything you want, like how your day was, what you're feeling, or a story you want to share. Sometimes people even decorate their letters to make them look extra special!