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In English-speaking countries, the wife of a foreign dignitary is called Madame (note final 'e') in direct address and formal correspondence, rather than the equivalent word in the person's native language (Señora, Frau etc.).

After addressing her as "Your Majesty" once, it is correct to address The Queen of the United Kingdom as "Ma'am" for the remainder of a conversation, with the pronunciation as in "ham" and not as in "chum" or "farm."

Madame Royale (Royal Lady) was a style customarily used for the eldest living unmarried daughter of a reigning French monarch.

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