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sir

It's just a formal method of address, as in "Yes, sir" or "No, sir".

These are just formal address, not proper names: sir, ma'am, madam, mister, doctor.

These are proper names when used in context: Dad, Mom, Sir Hopkins, Dr. Smith.

Simple maybe but thanks for asking...didn't know that

Sorry for double posting.

Would it be considered proper when addressing a military officer, or any other person of authority?

Detri Redmond said:

Would it be considered proper when addressing a military officer, or any other person of authority?

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Yes, sir or ma'am from Georgia, Allycat and Maestro are correct:

When saluting or otherwise addressing an officer, "Good morning, ma'am" or "Good afternoon, sir" is proper.

I grew up addressing seniors, including my mom and dad, as sir or ma'am as a sign of respect, but these days I stop and stare when a youngster does the same for me.

Ha ha ha, Rodney Dangerfield and I never get any respect.

Thanks sir... I mean Chase