Mrs
What is another word for Mrs? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Abbreviation — A title placed before the surname or full name of a married woman.
We haven't recorded synonyms for Mrs yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use Mrs
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Mr and Mrs
Mrs Smith
dear Mrs Jones
Standard in formal address; increasingly replaced by Ms in professional writing.
Etymology
A written contraction of mistress, once the ordinary courtesy title for a woman; the pronunciation 'missiz' developed separately from the spelling.
Full origin of Mrs →Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Mrs, Miss and Ms?
Mrs is used for a married woman, Miss traditionally for an unmarried woman or a girl, and Ms for any woman regardless of marital status. Ms is the safe default when you do not know, and many women prefer it in any case.
Does Mrs take a full stop?
In British usage it is normally written without one, as Mrs, because the abbreviation ends with the same letter as the full word. American usage prefers Mrs. with a full stop.
Can a divorced or widowed woman still use Mrs?
Yes. Many widows keep Mrs, and a divorced woman may keep it or switch to Ms as she prefers. There is no rule requiring a change.
