sequel

• Substantiv, das etwas bezeichnet, das auf ein früheres Ereignis folgt oder danach geschieht, oder eine spätere Ergänzung zu einem Buch, Film oder Theaterstück, die die ursprüngliche Geschichte fortsetzt und erweitert.

A noun referring to something that follows or comes after an earlier event, or a later part added to a book, film, or play that continues and extends the original story.

1. Continuation of a storyB1formal

   A book, film, or play that continues the story of an earlier work.

   Fortsetzung

   • The sequel to the popular movie was released last year.
   • She is writing a sequel to her first novel.
   • Fans are eagerly waiting for the sequel to the game.

   Synonymecontinuationfollow-upsuccessor

2. Something that followsB2formal

   An event or situation that happens after and as a result of a previous one.

   Folge

   • The scandal had an unexpected sequel in the form of a lawsuit.
   • The sequel to the accident was a series of safety reforms.
   • His resignation was a direct sequel to the board's decision.

   Synonymeaftermathconsequencecorollaryoutcomeresultupshot