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Beth demonstrates different uses of the word ‘address’

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Address

As a noun, ‘address’ is the exact location of a place.

• What's the address for the party?
• The address is 152 Henderson Street, London.

As a verb, we use ‘address’ to mean write the name and address on a letter or parcel.

• Why did you open this letter? It was addressed to me. 
  

'Address' can also refer to the location of a website or where to send an email to.

• Our website address is bbclearningenglish.com
• What's your email address?

Also, as a verb, ‘address’ is used to formally speak to a person or group, or can refer to how you should name someone.

• The businesswoman addressed everyone in the meeting.
• Remember, he likes to be addressed as 'Sir'.

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