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Tuan, Nyonya, Saudara - No longer used

Saudara is used as a form of address, which is equivalent to gentleman, Sir, Madam, etc. It is usually used in formal situation.
Saudara is used in formal situations to refer to the addressee. It is used by government officials, new acquaintances, teachers to adult students. In writing, the word saudara is often abbreviated as sdr.

Nyonya = Mrs. is sometimes used to address a married lady teacher.

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