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The abbreviation hon. is a staple of formal English, serving as the written shorthand for the title Honourable. It is most commonly used in the United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries to address individuals of high social or professional rank, including judges and members of parliament. This lesson explores how to use hon. correctly in written correspondence and parliamentary procedure. You will learn the distinction between this noun abbreviation and related words like honorary, as well as its role in formal titles. Watch this video to master the etiquette of formal address.