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    Madama (en. Madame)

    /maˈðama/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Title of respect for a woman.
    The madama organized an elegant dinner for her friends.
    La madama organizó una elegante cena para sus amigos.
    Woman who runs a brothel.
    The madama ensured that her employees were comfortable and safe.
    La madama se aseguraba de que sus empleadas estuvieran cómodas y seguras.
    Woman who has authority or power in a situation.
    At the party, the madama was the one making all the decisions.
    En la fiesta, la madama era la que tomaba todas las decisiones.

    Etymology

    Derived from the French 'madame', which means lady.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    maid of honor
    Woman designated to accompany the bride at a wedding.
    madama de honor
    to be a madama
    To have an authoritative or controlling attitude.
    ser una madama

    Related Words

    patroness
    Noun referring to a woman who exercises some type of authority.
    patrona
    lady
    Term used to refer to a woman of distinction.
    dama
    madam
    Form of address for a married woman or one of respect.
    señora

    Slang Meanings

    Woman who engages in prostitution, although she may have a controlling role.
    She is said to be the madama of the neighborhood, controlling everything that happens.
    Se dice que ella es la madama del barrio, controla todo lo que ocurre.
    Woman who manipulates men to her advantage.
    Don't underestimate her; she is a madama who knows how to take advantage of others.
    No la subestimes, es una madama que sabe cómo aprovecharse de los demás.