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An honorific is a form of address in the second person, usually implying the person's station in life or relationship with the speaker. For example, "Mister", "Doctor", "Miss" and "Officer" are English honorific titles. In the Dominican Republic, honorifics can be a little complicated in comparison to those in English. There are subtleties which must be understood so one does not offend.
Amigo and Amiga
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Usted
The literal translation is "you", and we all know referring to someone simply as "you" in the English speaking world is quite rude. In Dominican culture the same is true, except for complete strangers. People you do not know, do not want [url=http://www.rtnagel.com/louboutin.php]louboutin[/url] to get to know, and wish [url=http://www.mxitcms.com/abercrombie/]abercrombie milano[/url] them [url=http://www.ilyav.com/uggpascher.php]ugg pas cher[/url] to know your preference for distance, can be referred to with "usted". The exception to that rule is the elderly, who are regarded with a great deal of respect.
Don and Dona
These are not first names or shortened versions of Donald or Donatella. They are honorifics that would be appropriate for the elderly and in front of their first name. For example, "Dona Maria" or "Don Jose".
Senor and Senora
Generally, Senor and Senora are the equivalent of Mr. and Mrs., yet they are also used in professional settings for even unmarried persons. When speaking of or [url=http://www.mquin.com/saclancel.php]lancel pas cher[/url] to an acquaintance, one would say "Senor Smith" until they have [url=http://www.rtnagel.com/airjordan.php]nike air jordan pas cher[/url] given permission to use their first name.
Compadre and Companero
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Mi Amor
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While in the Dominican Republic, do your [url=http://www.sandvikfw.net/shopuk.php]hollister sale[/url] best to speak as much Spanish as possible. Your [url=http://www.1855sacramento.com/peuterey.php]peuterey outlet[/url] efforts will be met with friendliness and patience, plus they will understand if you make a mistake. When in doubt, ask!

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