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

By Wanda Isabella • Updated October 16, 2026

chemiz

noun, Haitian Creole

In Haitian Creole "shirt" is chemiz. This page covers Haitian Creole.

"The shirt" is chemiz la and "my shirt" is chemiz mwen. The word fits both men's and women's shirts.

Meaning: garment for the upper body (noun)

Which one should you use?

It comes from French chemise. The ch sounds like English "sh".

Did you know?

In Haitian Creole blan means white and is also used for a foreigner.

Examples in context

Mwen bezwen yon chemiz nouvo.
I need a new shirt.
Chemiz sa a twò piti pou mwen.
This shirt is too small for me.

Example conversation

Customer Daniel talks to a clothes seller named Rosette.

Daniel

Ou gen chemiz blan?
Do you have white shirts?
Rosette

Wi, men yo.
Yes, here they are.
Daniel

Mwen pran sa a.
I will take this one.

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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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