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.