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It used to be more common, and is still quite common in Europe, I believe.



It's common in Germany. It's concidered pompous asshattery everywhere else.


In Italy you can call yourself doctor with a bachelor degree. And people do sign "doctor" in official communication.

It's also illegal to do it without actually having the title.




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