Honorific Name Quiz

Welcome to the honorific name quiz. When you speak to a friend, don't use honorifics to address them. It sounds arrogant and doesn't signal closeness. But if you're close with someone and want to express it, use their first name. The same goes for your family members. They may have an honorific, but using their first name signals a closer relationship. Take the Honorific Name Quiz to find out what it is!

What is an honorific name? In English, honorific names usually come before the person's given name. Some are general, such as Mr., Mrs., and Miss. Other honorifics are based on the occupation of the honoree. For instance, Catholic priests use the honorific "Father." In some Anglican communities, it's "Professor."

What's the correct honorific? A common mistake is using an honorific to address an elder. If you are an elder, you should address them as Da Ge, or Da Jie, which means "big brother." If your relative is a teacher, you can use a general title, such as "Mrs. Smith." This is also acceptable when you meet someone in a professional context.

In Japan, honorifics are used to express affection. The honorific can replace the person's name, and it can also be used by parents and siblings. For example, if you are a teacher, you can call your students -san, -chan, or -kun. In addition, Japanese call their bosses -bu, which means manager, and Tanaka-buchou, which means "father." These are often used with their parents.

What is your Honorific Name?

Answer a few easy question and we will tell you what your Honorific Name is.

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