The salutation should typically use the person's last name, along with a "Mr." or "Ms." In general, avoid using "Mrs." or "Miss" unless you are certain of how a female recipient wants to be addressed. When in doubt, default to using "Ms."
What are some salutation examples?
Formal and Traditional Salutations List
- Dear.
- Sir.
- Mrs.
- Ms.
- Mr.
- Sir.
- Hello.
- Good afternoon.
What is the proper salutation for a business letter?
The standard salutation for a business letter is the salutation Dear, followed by the person's name and sometimes a title, closing with a colon.
