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[–] 2 points 1 month ago* (1 child)

Normalize calling women "madame"!

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  • [–] 3 points 1 month ago (1 child)

    I'd expect they would react negatively like being called "Ma'am" (old). Adding the "d" might make you sound impudent.

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  • [–] 2 points 1 month ago (1 child)

    It depends on how you say it. I haven't gotten any bad reactions yet. One lady was surprised and delighted to be addressed with dignity for a change.

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