Ms or mrs email
The age-old question!
When addressing an email to someone, it's generally considered polite to use a title and last name, especially if you don't know the person well or if you're writing in a professional capacity. Here are some guidelines:
Ms.:
- Use "Ms." as a title for women who are not married or whose marital status is unknown.
- It's a safe bet to use "Ms." if you're unsure of a woman's marital status or if you don't know her well.
Mrs.:
- Use "Mrs." as a title for women who are married or have been married.
- If you know a woman is married, you can use "Mrs." followed by her husband's first name (e.g., "Mrs. John Smith").
Other options:
- If you're writing to a woman who prefers not to use a title, you can simply use her first name (e.g., "Hello Sarah").
- If you're writing to a woman who has a professional title (e.g., Dr., Prof., Judge), you can use that title followed by her last name (e.g., "Dr. Smith").
Here are some examples of how to address an email to a woman:
- Ms. Johnson (if you don't know her marital status)
- Mrs. Smith (if you know she's married)
- Dr. Thompson (if she has a professional title)
- Sarah (if she prefers not to use a title)
Remember to always be respectful and considerate when addressing someone in an email. If you're unsure about the best way to address someone, you can always err on the side of caution and use a more formal title.