How to Say ‘Hello, ma'am.’ in French
Bonjour, madame.
bohn-ZHOOR mah-DAM
[bohn-ZHOOR mah-DAM]
💬 Usage Tip: A very polite greeting. Notice the pause with the comma: greet first, then address the person.
🇫🇷 In France: This sounds respectful and natural in France, especially in professional or school contexts.
Phrase Breakdown
Bonjour
[bohn-ZHOOR]
hello
A common polite daytime greeting meaning 'hello' or 'good day.'
Bonjour, madame, je suis ravi de vous voir.
Hello, madam, I am delighted to see you.
madame
[mah-DAM]
madam; ma'am
A polite way to address a woman directly.
Bonjour, madame, votre fils est déjà en classe.
Hello, madam, your son is already in class.
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