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sequel

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈsiːkwəl/

Forms: sequels

sequel means: A book, film, or story that continues an earlier one.

noun

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A book, film, or story that continues an earlier one.

  • I enjoyed the sequel.
  • They made a sequel to the film.
  • Will the author write another sequel?

How to use it: sequel to something (This novel is a sequel to her first book.)

Similar words: follow-up

Common phrases: sequel to something, film sequel, write a sequel

Questions about sequel

What does sequel mean?

A book, film, or story that continues an earlier one.

What is sequel in other languages?

Türkçe: devam filmi · Español: secuela · Français: suite · Deutsch: Fortsetzung · Italiano: seguito · 日本語: 続編

How do you pronounce sequel?

It is pronounced /ˈsiːkwəl/.

How do you use sequel in a sentence?

I enjoyed the sequel. They made a sequel to the film.

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