secuela
“secuela” means “aftereffect” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
aftereffect
Also: consequence, remnant
📝 In Action
El paciente no tiene secuelas después de la operación.
A2The patient has no aftereffects after the surgery.
La crisis económica dejó graves secuelas en el país.
B1The economic crisis left serious consequences in the country.
Tiene algunas secuelas psicológicas por el accidente.
B2He has some psychological aftereffects from the accident.
sequel
Also: follow-up
📝 In Action
La secuela de la película se estrena mañana.
A2The sequel to the movie premieres tomorrow.
Muchos fans prefieren el original a la secuela.
B1Many fans prefer the original over the sequel.
El autor está escribiendo una secuela para su novela.
A2The author is writing a sequel to his novel.
Translate to Spanish
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: secuela
Question 1 of 3
If a movie gets a second part, what is that second part called in Spanish?
📚 More Resources
👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'sequela', which means 'something that follows'. It comes from the verb 'sequi', which is the root of the Spanish word 'seguir' (to follow).
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
💡 Master Spanish
Take your Spanish to the next level. Read 200+ illustrated and narrated Spanish stories tailored to your level with the Inklingo app!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'secuela' always bad?
Usually, yes. When referring to events or health, it almost always refers to a negative lingering effect. However, when talking about movies or books, it is neutral.
What's the difference between 'consecuencia' and 'secuela'?
A 'consecuencia' is any immediate result of an action. A 'secuela' is a long-term result that stays with you, like a scar or a chronic pain.
How do you say 'prequel'?
You simply change the beginning of the word to 'precuela'.