Mdm Tan, etc

[Tan Elaine]

Where I live, some married women prefer to retain their surname and call themselves, for example. Mdm Choo (the long form for 'Madam') when her husband's surname is Tan.

Is this also the practice in Britain, America and Australia?

Thanks.

[Barb_D]

Yes, many women choose to keep their maiden names, but they will usually be "Ms." instead of "Mrs."

[Tan Elaine]

Yes, many women choose to keep their maiden names, but they will usually be "Ms." instead of "Mrs."

Thanks, Barb.

Is Mdm ever used?

[5jj]

Is Mdm ever used?

No.

[Tdol]

Madame + surname is used in government and diplomatic circles for the wife of a foreign official or dignitary.