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What do you use?

These days, many kids address adults by their first names. That’s fine if

the adult has invited you to do it. Until then, you should stick with Mr.,

Ms., Mrs., or Miss, depending on what the person prefers.

Mr. = a man

Mrs. = a married woman

Ms. = a woman, married or unmarried

Mr. & Ms. = a couple with different last names

Mr. & Mrs. or Mr. & Ms. = a couple with the same

last name

Miss = a girl or unmarried woman

“Miss” isn’t used as much as it used to be. Many people feel it’s

inappropriate to identify women by whether or not they’re married.

In some parts of the country, particularly the South, many people

use “sir” and “ma’am” to show respect.

There are lots of special rules that apply to university professors,

politicians, diplomats, royalty, religious leaders, and members of the

military. So if you have some VIPs (very important people) in your

future, talk to an adult about how to address them.