How can I address a teacher when I don't know his or her name? Can I say "excuse me sir" or "excuse me teacher"?
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3I'm voting to close this question as off-topic because the answer depends entirely upon the local custom in a questioner's culture and community.– P. E. Dant Reinstate MonicaCommented Nov 9, 2016 at 5:53
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"Hey, teacher!" quote by Roger Waters (Pink Floyd)– SovereignSunCommented Nov 9, 2016 at 12:33
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Is it your teacher? Years ago I used to work on trade shows, and I addressed teachers with either "Go away" or "Not another teacher...".– gnasher729Commented Nov 10, 2016 at 16:34
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Usually,
teacher
is sufficient to address an instructor in most situations, though custom may vary by culture.
For example,
sensei, or 先生
is usually translated to mean "teacher" but has additional context in Asian cultures.
In a western culture university setting
Professor surname
is usually appropriate.
