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Sequel Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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sequel

se-quel

🇺🇸 /ˈsikwəɫ/ · 🇬🇧 /sˈiːkwəl/

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

movie

A sequel is a movie that continues the story of a previous movie, often featuring the same characters and settings. Sequels are commonly made to capitalize on the success of a popular film.

Synonyms

continuation, follow-up, next installment.

Examples of usage

  • The sequel to the blockbuster hit will be released next summer.
  • After the success of the first movie, the studio decided to produce a sequel.
  • Fans of the original film are eagerly awaiting the sequel.
  • The sequel picks up where the first movie left off.
  • The director is already working on the script for the sequel.

Translations

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Quick facts about “sequel”

Sequel is a 2-syllable noun (se-quel). It is pronounced /ˈsikwəɫ/ in American English and /sˈiːkwəl/ in British English. On finesentence.com it has 1 meaning, 3 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #12,348 among the most common English words.

Origin of 'sequel'

The word 'sequel' originated from the Latin word 'sequela', meaning 'a continuation'. In the context of movies, sequels have become a common practice in the film industry to extend the success of a popular film. Sequels often aim to capitalize on the established fan base and familiarity with the original story and characters.

Rhymes

Sequel rhymes with coequal, equal and unequal.

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Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,348, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.