Ok so how many women out there get called "Ma'am" instead of "Miss"? Which do you prefer? I have gotten called both but seems like "Ma'am" is the term most used (even by people older than me !). I used to think you only use the word "Ma'am" if the woman is older than you? Or am I wrong? I hate being called "Ma'am" especially by someone who is a lot older than me. It makes me question my appearance or something. I don't know...what do you guys think and what is your experience with this?