English–Japanese
“sequel” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajizokuhen
Example
この映画の続編は来年公開されます。ko no ei ga no zoku hen wa rai nen kō kai sa re ma su
The sequel to this movie will be released next year.
How to say “sequel” in Japanese
“Sequel” in Japanese is 続編 (zokuhen).
Describes a later work that carries forward the story or world of an earlier work.
Example sentences with 続編
この物語の続編では、新しい登場人物が活躍します。ko no monogatari no zoku hen de wa atara shi i tō jō jin butsu ga katsu yaku shi ma su
New characters play important roles in the sequel to this story.
Tips for using 続編
- In English, sequel usually names a later work that continues an earlier story, while continuation is a broader term for something carried on.