Malala / Kely (Sweetie / Little one) For example: "Mon chou, viens ici (My sweetie, come here)"

Where does the slang word Chou come from?

Chou is a slang term from Madagascar. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Madagascar and across Africa.

Chou

🇲🇬 Madagascar Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Malala / Kely (Sweetie / Little one)

"Mon chou, viens ici (My sweetie, come here)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇲🇬 Madagascar
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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