Addressing a mail without hi

Here are some examples of formal ways to address a mail without using "Hi":

1. Dear [Recipient's Name]:
2. To [Recipient's Name]:
3. [Recipient's Name], Esq.:
4. [Recipient's Name], Sir/Madam:
5. [Recipient's Name], Dear Sir/Madam:
6. [Recipient's Name], To Whom It May Concern:
7. [Recipient's Name], Gentlemen/Ladies:
8. [Recipient's Name], Dear Gentlemen/Ladies:
9. [Recipient's Name], Sir/Madam, I am writing to:
10. [Recipient's Name], To [Specific Purpose or Topic]:

Remember to always use the recipient's formal title (Mr./Ms./Mrs./Dr./Prof., etc.) and last name, unless you have a specific reason to use their first name.

Here are some examples of formal salutations for specific types of recipients:

• For a business letter:
  • Dear [Recipient's Name], CEO of [Company Name]:
  • To [Recipient's Name], Director of [Department]:
• For a government agency:
  • To Whom It May Concern, [Agency Name]:
  • Dear [Recipient's Name], [Title], [Agency Name]:
• For a academic or research institution:
  • Dear [Recipient's Name], Professor of [Department]:
  • To [Recipient's Name], [Title], [Institution Name]:

Remember to proofread your letter carefully to ensure that the salutation is correct and professional.