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    Zola (en. Zola)

    /zɔ.la/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Unit of measurement of volume equivalent to one liter.
    He bought four zolas of juice.
    Il a acheté quatre zolas de jus.
    Reference to the French writer Émile Zola, known for his naturalist works.
    The novel 'Germinal' is one of Zola's major works.
    Le roman 'Germinal' est l'une des œuvres majeures de Zola.

    Etymology

    The word 'zola' is derived from the work and name of the French writer Émile Zola.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Zola and his naturalism
    Reference to the literary method of Émile Zola, which emphasizes observation and realistic description.
    Zola et son naturalisme
    A zola of wine
    Expression designating a large consumption of wine.
    Un zola de vin

    Related Words

    naturalist
    A writer or artist who adopts naturalism as a style.
    naturaliste
    realism
    An artistic movement that seeks to represent reality without idealism.
    réalisme

    Slang Meanings

    To mock someone with a quote from Zola.
    He launched a 'J'accuse' at the meeting to highlight his indignation.
    Il a lancé un 'J'accuse' à la réunion pour souligner son indignation.
    A device for social awareness inspired by Zola.
    His article was a real zola about the injustices of society.
    Son article était un vrai zola sur les injustices de la société.