C/o mail example
Here are a few examples of how to use the "c/o" abbreviation in a mailing address:
- Care of: If you're sending a letter or package to someone who is staying at a different address temporarily, you can use "c/o" to indicate that the mail should be delivered to a specific person or department at that address.
Example: John Smith, c/o 123 Main St, Anytown, USA 12345
In this example, the mail would be delivered to John Smith at the address 123 Main St, but it would be held for him at the front desk or reception area.
- Company or organization: If you're sending a letter or package to a company or organization, you can use "c/o" to indicate that the mail should be directed to a specific person or department within the company.
Example: Jane Doe, c/o Marketing Department, XYZ Corporation, 456 Corporate Dr, Othertown, USA 67890
In this example, the mail would be delivered to the Marketing Department at XYZ Corporation, and then forwarded to Jane Doe.
- Post office box: If you're sending a letter or package to someone who has a post office box (PO box), you can use "c/o" to indicate that the mail should be delivered to the post office box.
Example: Bob Johnson, c/o PO Box 123, Post Office, Othertown, USA 67890
In this example, the mail would be delivered to the post office and then forwarded to Bob Johnson's PO box.
Remember to always include the recipient's name and address on the envelope or package, and to use the "c/o" abbreviation only when necessary.