Madame Jourdain is a character from the play "Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme," written by Molière in 1670. She is the wife of Monsieur Jourdain, a wealthy middle-class man who aspires to rise in social status. Madame Jourdain is portrayed as practical and somewhat skeptical of her husband's pretensions, often highlighting the absurdity of his attempts to become a gentleman. In the play, Madame Jourdain's character serves as a foil to her husband, emphasizing the comedic elements of his social ambitions. Her interactions with other characters, including the music teacher and the fencing master, reveal her down-to-earth nature and provide insight into the dynamics of their household.