Madam

Madam or ma'am is a title for a woman. It is derived from the French madame, the equivalent of Mrs. or Ms., and literally signifying "my lady." The plural of madam in this sense is mesdames.

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Madam is used in direct address, without the woman's name, for example when addressed by a stranger: May I help you, madam? In the United States, "Ma'am" (to rhyme with 'jam') is usually used. The male equivalent is sir.

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In English-speaking countries, the wife of a foreign dignitary is called Madame (note final 'e') in direct address and formal correspondence (and not Se?ora, Frau etc.)

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