Kola Meaning in English
word
ˈkoʊlə
KOH-luh
kˈəʊlɐ
KUH-luh
Definition
A kola is the nut or seed of a West African tree, known for its bitter flavor and for being used to make cola drinks. It can also refer to the tree itself.
Usage & Nuances
'Kola' is mainly used in discussions of botany, traditional African culture, or the ingredients of cola drinks (like 'kola nut'). Not to be confused with 'cola' (the drink). Sometimes spelled with a 'C' in casual mention of 'cola' the soft drink, but in botanical and cultural contexts, 'kola' with a 'K' is correct.
Spanish: nuez de cola - cola (planta/semilla)Portuguese (BR): noz-de-cola - cola (planta/semente)Portuguese (PT): noz-de-cola - cola (planta/semente)Chinese (Simplified): 可乐果 - 可拉树（植物/种子）Chinese (Traditional): 可樂果 - 可拉樹（植物/種子）Hindi: कोला (फल/बीज)Arabic: جوز الكولا - كولا (نبات/بذرة)Bengali: কোলা বাদামRussian: кола-орехJapanese: コーラナッツVietnamese: hạt kola - cây kolaKorean: 콜라넛Turkish: kola cevizi - kola ağacıUrdu: کولا دانہIndonesian: kacang kola - pohon kola
Example Sentences
The kola nut comes from Africa.
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People chew kola for energy.
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A kola tree can grow very tall.
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Did you know kola nuts are in some sodas?
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Locals offer kola nuts to guests as a sign of respect.
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I've never tasted a real kola nut—only cola drinks.
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