chou
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for chou, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small round pastry made from choux dough, often filled with cream, as in a cream puff.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use chou
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French chou ("cabbage"), the name transferring to the pastry because of its round, cabbage-like shape.
Full origin of chou →Frequently asked questions
What does “chou” mean?
The word “chou” means a small round pastry made from choux dough, often filled with cream, as in a cream puff. In plain terms, a small, round choux pastry, usually filled with cream.
How do you pronounce “chou”?
“Chou” is pronounced shoo (/ʃuː/ in IPA).
How do you use “chou” in a sentence?
Here is “chou” used in a sentence: “The bakery displayed a tray of glazed chou pastries.”
What part of speech is “chou”?
“Chou” is a noun.
Where does the word “chou” come from?
The word “chou” comes from French. From French chou ("cabbage"), the name transferring to the pastry because of its round, cabbage-like shape.