Madge (en. Madge)
/mædʒ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A term of endearment to refer to a friend or an intimate acquaintance.
Hi madge, how are you?
Salut madge, comment ça va ?
In some cultures, an outdated term to refer to a girl or a woman.
This madge was known for her kindness.
Cette madge était connue pour sa gentillesse.
Etymology
Probably derived from 'Margaret' or similar names, used as a term of endearment.
Common Phrases and Expressions
my madge
an expression to refer to a close friend
madge à moi
my madge
a term of endearment for a friend
ma madge
neighborhood madge
a friend from the neighborhood
madge du quartier
Related Words
daisy
common flower, also a female first name.
marguerite
miss
old term to refer to a young girl.
madmoiselle
Slang Meanings
Term used to refer to a frank or direct woman.
Don’t be a madge, tell him to his face.
Ne sois pas une madge, dis-le lui en face.
Slang for a woman with a lot of life experience.
She is the madge of the group, she knows everything.
Elle est la madge du groupe, elle sait tout.