Sequel or Sequal
Learn why “Sequel” is correct and “Sequal” is incorrect.
Sequal
Incorrect spelling - “Sequal” is incorrect due to wrong vowel order.
"Sequal" is a common misspelling of "Sequel". Always use "Sequel" when referring to the correct word.
Sequel
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Sequel” means a follow-up story or continuation.
Definition of Sequel
"Sequel": “Sequel” means a follow-up story or continuation.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Sequel
- • continuation
Usage Examples
"Correct:" The movie has a sequel.
"Correct:" They released a sequel.
"Correct:" A popular sequel followed.
"Correct:" The book got a sequel.
"Incorrect:" The movie has a sequal.
"Incorrect:" They released a sequal.
"Incorrect:" A popular sequal followed.
"Incorrect:" The book got a sequal.
Notes:
- • Ends with ‘-quel’.
- • Not ‘-qual’.
- • Remember sound.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Sequel vs sequal – correct spelling?
A: Sequel is correct.
Q: Why is sequal wrong?
A: Wrong vowel placement.
Q: Meaning?
A: Continuation.
Q: Trick?
A: ends with ‘quel’.
Summary
“Sequel vs sequal”: The correct spelling is sequel. Avoid sequal, a common spelling mistake.