Chuchu it is a edible vegetable produced by a climbing plant also called chuchu or chuchuzeiro. It is consumed cooked, in salads, soups, etc.
Popularly, the term "chuchu" is used figuratively to designate a dear, charming person, one who is considered favorite. In this sense, the origin of the word comes from the French "choked", whose meaning refers to someone who is preferred in a group.
As the pronunciation is similar, the term is associated with the chayote vegetable. Hence the controversial meaning between the insipid vegetable and a person considered charming, attractive, beautiful and graceful.
Therefore, among couples, it is common to use the term as an affectionate nickname, both for the man and for the woman. In some cases, the diminutive "chuchuzinho" is also used. It is a demonstration of love and affection.
Informally, the expression "pra chuchu" is used as a reference factor to a large quantity, abundance or intensity. For example: "Now it rains for chayote". or "The party was good for chayote".
Chuchu x Xuxu
There is great confusion with the spelling of the word "chuchu", as there are often those who write "xuxu". However, the spelling "xuxu" is incorrect.
