ma'am

Translations

ma'amnoun
ma'ams
pl
Used primarily as a polite form of address; functions syntactically as a noun/vocative.
мэмУпотребляется как вежливое обращение к женщине, в том числе в военной и служебной речи.
Excuse me, ma'am, you dropped your wallet.
Простите, мэм, вы уронили кошелёк.
Additional translations
мадамФормальное или слегка ироничное обращение.
сударыняАрхаичное вежливое обращение.

Definitions

ma'amnoun
A polite form of address for a woman, equivalent to ‘madam’, used especially when speaking directly to her.
Excuse me, ma'am, you dropped your wallet.
A respectful term used in the military, police, or similar organizations to address a female superior officer.
"Yes, ma'am," the cadet responded smartly.