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Greeting people

• greet formally and informally?

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In the United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK), titles are used in formal settings. Is it the same in Peru? Say YES or NO.

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FORMAL AND INFORMAL GREETINGS

In the US/ UK

In Peru

Use titles and last names when you are in a formal situation. For example, Good morning, Mrs. Martinez!

YES

Mrs. refers to a married woman. It also refers to a widow, but sometimes widows prefer Ms.

YES

Miss traditionally refers to a single woman, often young. But it's not strictly limited to age.

YES

Mr. is used for men regardless of age or marital status.

YES

Ms. is a neutral term used for women without indicating marital status. It's commonly used in professional or formal settings when the marital status is either unknown or irrelevant.

YES