Dear Sir or Madam

[Stephen123456]

Could someone tell me, please, what is the US equivalent of 'Dear Sir or Madam' at the beginning of a letter? Is it also 'Dear Sir or Madam', or is there some different way in which it is expressed? Thank you. Stephen

 

[oregeezer]

"Dear Sir or Madam" is very old fashioned, but still acceptable. It should only be used in cases where you have tried unsuccessfully to determine the correct name and/or title of the person you wish to address.