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Filling in names in English holds nuances compared to our Vietnamese conventions. Undoubtedly, we are familiar with First Name, Middle Name, and Last Name. These represent your given name, middle name, and surname commonly encountered in foreign service registration. Names abroad often follow a reversed order compared to Vietnam, leading newcomers to international services to frequently confuse their given name and surname.
Although this is a fundamental matter, understanding it is crucial as it influences various aspects such as writing letters in English. For instance, sending a postcard to friends abroad emphasizes the importance of English letter writing and interconnected issues like First Name, Middle Name, and Last Name or how to fill in names in English at the post office if you are living abroad.
Guide on Entering Names in English
What are First Name, Middle Name, and Last Name?
Let's redefine the concepts of First Name, Middle Name, and Last Name in English.
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- Middle Name: Also known as the middle name, in this case, Miễn.
- Last Name: Your family name, corresponding to the name Download in this example.
Let's assume we are now registering an account on a foreign service platform like Paypal.
1. In cases requiring the entry of names in English, include First Name, Middle Name, and Last Name.
- First Name: Phi.
- Middle Name: Mien.
- Last Name: Tai.
2. In case there is no Middle Name, let's see how to fill in the name in English below.
Now, combine both the middle name and the first name while keeping the last name separate, we have:
- First Name: Mien Phi.
- Last Name: Tai.
Moreover, depending on the website, you may have other ways to fill in the information. However, make sure not to mistakenly fill in your last name as your first name, as it can impact the use of that account, especially for transactions or money-related matters.
Additionally, you must remember to accurately input your name in English, using the correct First Name, Middle Name, and Last Name, as some payment services require this precision, and any mistake could result in payment issues.
Thus, Mytour has just completed guiding on how to fill in names in English, using the correct First Name, Middle Name, and Last Name. In addition to the above, you also need to know ordinal numbers in English, a basic knowledge but essential in both work and daily life where English is indispensable. Practice with Mytour through the guide on reading ordinal numbers in English below.
