Rochelle (en. Rochelle)

/ʁɔ.ʃɛl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A port city located in France, known for its old port.
I visited La Rochelle during my summer vacation.
J'ai visité La Rochelle pendant mes vacances d'été.
A type of salt used in industry, also called 'Rochelle salt'.
Rochelle salt is often used in chemistry experiments.
Le sel de Rochelle est souvent utilisé dans les expériences de chimie.

Etymology

The name comes from the Old French 'rochelle', derived from the Latin 'roccella'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

La Rochelle
Refers to the port city or its historical significance in maritime trade.
la Rochelle
ascension de la Rochelle
Expression designating the rise in popularity or importance of a place.
ascension de la Rochelle

Related Words

maritime
Related to the sea or oceans.
maritime
portuaire
Related to a port.
portuaire

Slang Meanings

A person from La Rochelle.
He's a true Rochelle, always by the water.
C'est un vrai Rochelle, toujours près de l'eau.
A seafood lover, often associated with the port of La Rochelle.
That guy is so Rochelle, he loves oysters!
Ce gars-là est tellement Rochelle, il adore les huîtres!