noun
Loanword from French 'chocolat'. Often used for high-quality or French-style chocolate, in names of sweets, cafés, and products. More specific than the general チョコレート.
from French chocolat
このケーキにはベルギー産のショコラを使っています。
This cake uses Belgian chocolate.
駅前に新しいショコラ専門店がオープンした。
A new chocolate specialty shop opened in front of the station.