How do you say chum in French?

There isn't a single perfect translation for "chum" in French, as it depends on the context. Here are some options:

For "chum" as in fish bait:

* Appât (most common)

* Pâté (for a type of chum made with fish scraps)

* Morceaux de poisson (literally "pieces of fish")

For "chum" as in friend:

* Copain (male friend)

* Copine (female friend)

* Ami (more formal, friend of either gender)

* Poto (slang, close friend, mainly in French Canada)

For "chum" as in a derogatory term for someone:

* Type (general, not very strong)

* Mec (male, slang)

* Fille (female, slang)

* Bonhomme (male, more insulting)

* Fiancée (female, more insulting)

The best translation will depend on the context of the sentence and the intended meaning.