The basics to remember are:
- Your name or your family name and address go in the top left corner of the envelope.
- The recipient’s family name and address goes in the center of the envelope.
- You should always include last names on an envelope address.
- You do not use an apostrophe with last names in addresses.
Contents
How do you properly address an envelope?
The address you are mailing to should be written as follows:
- Recipient’s name.
- Business’s name (if applicable)
- Street address (with apartment or suite number)
- City, State and ZIP code (on the same line)*
- Country*
How do you address a family on an envelope?
The easiest way to address an envelope to an entire family is simply write “The (Last Name of the Family) Family” as the first line of your address.
How do you address an envelope with a name and title on it?
In the center of the envelope, add the first line with the recipient’s name and title. Add the second line with the recipient’s street address. Add the third line with the recipient’s city, province, and state with the postal code. (Some countries, such as Spain, require the postal code to be placed first.)
How do you write Mr and Mrs with both names?
To a Married Couple
Should you choose to include both persons’ names, the outer envelope can be addressed as Mr. and Mrs. HIS_FIRSTNAME LASTNAME. An alternate version includes both names as Mr.
Can you write grandma on an envelope?
You can write whatever you want, but if you want it to get somewhere, you need the address and the right amount of postage. Everything else is completely optional. and if that address exists and you have proper postage, it’ll be delivered.
Do you have to put sender’s name on envelope?
The sender’s address isn’t necessary, but it is recommended. If there are any mistakes that prevent the delivery of the letter, the lack of a return address means the post office will be unable to send it back in order to fix any problems.
How do you address a married couple on an envelope?
Married Couples: Formal
Traditionally for married couples, you include the male’s first and last name (i.e. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Arendt). It’s likely the most familiar and the most common way to address envelopes.
Can I just write a first name on an envelope?
When you know your reader and your relationship is friendly, use his or her first name in the greeting. On the envelope, use a courtesy title or just first and last name. When your relationship is formal, use a courtesy title or a professional title and a last name.
What side of the envelope do you write your name on?
Put your name and address in the top left corner of the envelope. It’s important to put your own address on the letter so the post office can return it if it can’t be delivered. Use a pen or pencil to write your name in the top left corner of your envelope.
How do you write attention on an envelope?
Addressing the Envelope. Write “Attn” followed by the name of the recipient. The “Attn” line should always appear at the very top of your delivery address, just before the name of the person you’re sending it to. Use a colon after “Attn” to make it clearly readable.
How do you address an envelope when the wife has a hyphenated name?
Hyphenated Last Name
In the case of a wife who has chosen to hyphenate her last name, then she should be addressed using Ms. (Mrs. is also acceptable) + her first name + maiden name + married name: Mr.
Do you put the wife or husband’s name first?
Both husband and wife use their first names, with the wife’s name listed first and the husband’s second. It helps to remember the old Southern rule of always keeping the man’s first and last name together. And, of course, last names are always written.
How do you write names on envelopes for wedding invitations?
Use formal names (no nicknames). Middle names aren’t necessary, but must be spelled out if used (no initials). Spell out all words such as Apartment, Avenue, Street, etc. Abbreviate Mr., Mrs., Ms.
Can you write aunt on an envelope?
If no inner envelope is used, children’s names are written on the outer envelope below the names of their parents. It’s also fine to write familiar names for close family: Aunt Martha and Uncle Bill.
Do you have to put real name on mail?
No. You only have to put it there if you want to. Most people do it just in case the package never makes it to its original destination and the post office will send it back to you out of common courtesy. But there is no legal reason for you to put your name on it.
How do you address an envelope with two different last names?
Addressing Couples
- Married couples who both use the husband’s last name should be Mr. and Mrs.
- Married couples who use different last names should use Ms. and Mr.
- Unmarried couples and samegender couples who live together should follow the above rule as well.
Can I send an anonymous letter?
Because a person’s handwriting can be used as identification, it’s best to type an anonymous letter. Approach an anonymous letter as if writing a normal letter. The only big difference is that you will not include your name or any other personal details.
Where do you put Attn in address?
If you’re using ATTN on an envelope, put it on the first line of the address in front of the individual’s name, on the line above the company name. Don’t include any punctuation.
What if I put the wrong name on a package?
When you receive a mistaken delivery, call customer service for the delivery company and explain the situation. Give them the tracking number on the package, as well as the name and address on the package if it’s different from yours. The company will come and pick up the product within a reasonable time frame.
When a husband dies How do you address an envelope?
Traditional Method
According to the Emily Post Institute, a leading etiquette organization, the traditional and customary way to address a widow’s envelope when sending her something via mail is to use the prefix “Mrs.” followed by her deceased husband’s first and last name.