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Hereditary Knight
How to address a Baronet
Spoken Address
Sir [First Name]
Written Address
Dear Sir [First Name]
Envelope Address
Sir [First Name] [Surname], Bt
Formal Introduction
Sir [First Name] [Surname]
Spouse
Lady [Surname]
Children
[Mr/Miss/Mrs] [First Name] [Surname]
Notes
The title 'Sir' is never used with the surname alone. The abbreviation 'Bt' or 'Bart' must follow the name on correspondence to distinguish from a Knight Bachelor.
Examples
- It is a pleasure to meet you, Sir William.
- The invitation is addressed to Sir James Miller, Bt.
- Lady Miller will be accompanying her husband to the reception.
Common Mistakes
- Addressing as Sir [Surname]
- Addressing the wife as Lady [First Name]
- Omitting the Bt suffix in formal writing