How to Say “Hot” in Creole (Haitian Creole)

By Wanda Isabella • Updated October 16, 2026

cho

everyday, Haitian Creole

The Haitian Creole word for hot is cho. It describes weather, food and objects.

Creole does not use a verb "to be" for adjectives, so Dlo a cho means "the water is hot" and Li cho means "it is hot".

Meaning: high in temperature (adjective)

How does it change in a sentence?

For weather, Haitians use fè: Jodi a fè cho means "it is hot today".

Did you know?

Cho comes from French chaud, and the Creole spelling reflects the pronunciation.

Examples in context

Jodi a fè cho.
It is hot today.
Dlo a cho.
The water is hot.
Manje a toujou cho.
The food is still hot.

Example conversation

Rosemarie and her friend Lise walk to the market at midday.

Rosemarie

Jodi a fè cho anpil.
It is very hot today.
Lise

Wi, ann achte dlo.
Yes, let us buy water.
Rosemarie

Bon ide.
Good idea.

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About The Author

Wanda Isabella

Bonjour, it's Wanda here! When I'm not deep-diving into the richness of Creole language, you'll find me humming tunes to Kabrit, my pet pig, or savouring some sumptuous boulette de riz blanc. I have an insatiable love for dabbling with words — from everyday phrases to the cheeky slangs. Want to say 'I Love You' in Creole? Mon chè, you're at the right place. So, sit tight because the beauty of our shared Creole passion is in its unhurried charm. Here's to exploring, laughing, and learning together. Alo, zanmi! Bisou!

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