“Madam” vs. “Madame”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 8, 2023
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The difference between “madam” and “madame”
- "Madam" is a term used in both British and American English, while "madame" is primarily used in French and in English with reference to French culture.
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What is the definition of “madam” and “madame”?
Madam
- Refers to a polite or formal way of addressing a woman.
Madame
- Also refers to a polite or formal way of addressing a woman, particularly in France.
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Madame” is the more popular variant on the web.
Madam
80,300,000 results on the web
Examples
- Excuse me, madam, but do you have the time?
- Madam, could you please pass the salt?
More popular
Madame
186,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- Madame Curie was a pioneer in the field of radioactivity.
- The guests were greeted by the hostess, Madame de Beaumont.
- Madame X remained anonymous for years until her true identity was discovered.
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