Ch (en. Ch)

[ʃ]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Affectionate term used to refer to a loved one.
You are my ch.
Tu es mon ch.
Abbreviation of a familiar term, often used in an informal context.
My ch, how are you?
Ma ch, comment ça va ?
Common expression among friends and loved ones.
Hi, ch!
Salut, ch !

Etymology

Diminutive of 'cher' in French, used in affectionate contexts.

Common Phrases and Expressions

that's my ch
indicates great affection for someone
c'est mon ch
come here, ch
calls a close person in a friendly manner
viens ici, ch
goodbye, ch
affectionate greeting at the time of departure
au revoir, ch

Related Words

dear
term for referring to a loved one, used affectionately
chéri
darling
feminine form of dear, used for a woman
chérie
love
strong feeling of affection
amour
heart
symbol of love and affection
cœur

Slang Meanings

affectionate term often used among young people
I'm going to see my ch tonight.
Je vais voir mon ch ce soir.
used to refer to a close friend
Hi, ch! What's up?
Salut, ch ! Quoi de neuf ?