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chout


Meanings
  • Interjection

    A Haitian Creole expression used to describe a situation where someone is being teased or ridiculed.

    - "John was so clumsy at the party that everyone started to shout "chout!" when he tripped over a chair."
    - "When Sarah heard that her boyfriend had been seen with another woman, she couldn't help but shout "chout!" in disbelief."

Variants
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choux , choux paste , choux pastes , choux pastries , choux pastry , pate a choux
Etymology
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Originally derived from the French word 'chut', meaning 'silence' or 'quiet'. In Haitian Creole, it has taken on a new meaning as an expression of teasing or ridicule.


Trivia
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  1. Chout is not a common word outside of Haitian Creole culture.

  2. The word 'chout' is often used in Haitian music and literature as a symbol of community and camaraderie.


Related Concepts
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  1. Teasing: Chout is a form of teasing or ridicule, often used playfully among friends and family.

  2. Haitian Creole: Chout is a word specific to the Haitian Creole language.


Culture
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In Haitian culture, 'chout' is often used as a form of playful banter or teasing. It is a way to express amusement or surprise at someone's actions or appearance.

How to Memorize "chout"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a group of people laughing and shouting "chout!" as they tease a friend.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'chout' with the idea of playful teasing or banter.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the word 'chout' as a sound of teasing or ridicule, like the sound of laughter.


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