Zéla (en. Zealot)
/zela/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A term used in slang to refer to an attractive or charming person.
Look how beautiful she is, she's really a zéla.
Regarde comme elle est belle, c'est vraiment une zéla.
A person who has a pleasant personality.
He's so funny, he's a true zéla.
Il est tellement drôle, c'est un vrai zéla.
Etymology
Uncertain origin, possibly derived from the word 'zela' in Creole.
Common Phrases and Expressions
she's a zéla
She's a charming person.
c'est une zéla
to be a zéla
To have an endearing personality.
être un zéla
look at this zéla
Look at this attractive person.
regarde cette zéla
Related Words
zélateur
A person who loves or admires something.
zélateur
charming
Someone who has a particular charm.
charmant
adorable
Someone who inspires affection or love.
adorable
Slang Meanings
A term used to compliment someone on their appearance.
He used 'zéla' to describe his new friend.
Il a utilisé 'zéla' pour décrire sa nouvelle amie.
Can also refer to an attractive person in terms of attraction.
She really is a zéla in that dress.
Elle est vraiment une zéla dans cette robe.