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Bookmark or Share- Dear Mrs… or is it Ms. or Miss?: How to Address Women in LettersMs. and Miss are interchangeable, but a key pronunciation note is that Ms. has the “z” sound on the end of it. Widows usually prefer Mrs. while divorced women tend to use Ms. Here’s an interesting discussion on the topic:
- Ms. vs. Mrs. vs. Miss | Difference & Pronunciation - ScribbrMiss is the form always used for girls—Ms. is only used for adult women (18 or older). Ms. is generally used for unmarried women. It’s also a safe option for women of any age whom you are unsure how to address.
- What's the Difference Between Miss, Ms., and Mrs.? - YourDictionary“Miss” is used for unmarried women under age 18. “Ms.” is used for unmarried women or women with an unknown marital status. “Mrs.” is used for married or widowed women. What Does Miss Mean? Traditionally, “Miss” is used to address an unmarried woman.
- Learn the Difference: “Miss,” “Mrs.,” “Ms.,” and “Mx.”Ms. is a general title that does not indicate marital status but is still feminine. Mrs. is a traditional title used for a married woman. Miss is a traditional title used for an unmarried woman. Mx. is a title that indicates neither marital status nor gender.
- How Do You Address a Woman in a Business Letter or Email?The first option is to use a traditional title, such as “Mrs.” or “Miss.” “Mrs.” is used to address a married woman, while “Miss” is used to address an unmarried woman. These titles can be followed by the woman’s last name, for example, “Dear Mrs. Smith” or “Dear Miss Smith.”
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