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Formal salutations are always followed by a colon. (Dear Sir Only in informatal writing do you use a comma. (Dear Sue,)
Yes, a comma is typically used after "Dear" in a letter. For example, you would write "Dear John,". This comma follows the salutation, which is standard in both formal and informal correspondence. However, in more formal letters, a colon may be used instead, such as "Dear Mr. Smith:".
The alternative way to address a formal letter when the recipient's gender is unknown is to use "To whom it may concern" instead of "Dear sir/madam."
The alternative to addressing a formal letter to "Dear Sirs" is to use "Dear Madam or Sir" or "To Whom It May Concern."
A formal letter is written to someone, for instance, to your bank-manager, to the tax office, etc. If you are writing to a family member or a friend, or even someone you are on friendly terms with, then the letter is written in informal terms.For instance, writing to Aunty Clare, you wouldn't write, Dear Sir or Madam. Neither would you write to your bank manager with, Dear Tommy.
Dear Whom this may concern, i am writing to you to ................ Your Sincerely .................... Its hard as i don't have a clue what the letter may be about Hope this helps xoxo
A formal greeting would include a title such as Mr. or Mrs. an informal would be addressing them by first name or nickname, i.e Dear Susie instead of Dear Mrs. Smith.
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The alternative term to "dear" that can be used to address someone in a formal letter is "respected."
If it is a formal letter, "Dear Dr. .......,". If informal, Dear (whatever you normally call him).
When addressing a letter to a Consulate General, the correct salutation is "Dear Consul General [Last Name]," if you know the name of the person. If you do not know the name, you can use "Dear Consul General," or "Dear Sir/Madam." It's important to maintain a formal tone throughout the letter.
"Hi" or "Mr./Miss. Name" can be used instead of dear.