"I would be available to attend an interview"

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I would be available to attend an interview on any day at your earliest convenience.

This is the last paragraph of a letter of application. Could you explain to me why is "would" used instead of "will" that normally indicates the future.

I wouldn't use would. Rather will be or just am. – user3169 Apr 11 '16 at 18:12 — user3169, Apr 11 '16 at 18:12

score 4 · Accepted Answer · answered Apr 11 '16 at 18:07

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"Would" is hypothetical. It means that if they offer an interview, then you will be available.

answered Apr 11 '16 at 18:07

Gabriel Luci

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score 0 · Answer 2 · answered Apr 12 '16 at 04:46

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In addition to what Gabriel told that would is hypothetical, its also used to be a little more polite with the person you're talking to. Source : Difference Between Would and Could

answered Apr 12 '16 at 04:46

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"I would be available to attend an interview"

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