Madame Loisel's friendship with Madame Forestier is characterized by Madame Forestier's generosity and Madame Loisel's desire to emulate Madame Forestier's lifestyle. Madame Loisel is envious of Madame Forestier's wealth and status, which creates tension in their relationship.

madame, vous êtes la ... = Madam, you are the ....

madame, vous êtes là (with an accent over the a) : Madame, you are here

madame, vous êtes la ... = Madam, you are the ....

madame, vous êtes là (with an accent over the a) : Madame, you are here

Madame Bovary was written by Gustave Flaubert.

She was the most famous mistress of Louis XV of France. After she died, he still did have other mistresses (like the famous Madame du Barry), but always said he never loved again as he loved Madame du Pompadour.