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How do you address letter in German to mr and mrs?

There are two main ways to address a letter in German to Mr. and Mrs. depending on your level of formality:

Formal:

* Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren: (Literally: "Honored Ladies and Gentlemen") This is the most formal way to address a letter and is often used for business correspondence or when you don't know the recipients' names.

Informal:

* Liebe Familie [Last Name]: (Literally: "Dear Family [Last Name]") This is a more informal way to address a letter and is appropriate for friends and family or when you know the recipients well.

Important note:

* Avoid using "Herr und Frau [Last Name]" This is considered outdated and a little awkward in German.

Here are some examples:

Formal:

* Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren,

* Sehr geehrte Familie Müller, (If you know the last name but not the specific individuals)

Informal:

* Liebe Familie Müller,

* Liebe Familie Schmidt,

Always use a comma after the salutation.

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