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Serial

ˈsɪriəl
Very common
~ 2900
~ 2900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

連載 (れんさい), シリアル (しりある), 連続 (れんぞく), シリアルナンバー (しりあるなんばー)

Serial meanings in Japanese

連載 (れんさい)

Example:
The new story is serialized in the magazine.
新しい物語は雑誌に連載されています。
She writes a serial novel for the online platform.
彼女はオンラインプラットフォームのために連載小説を書いています。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in literature, publishing, and media contexts.
Note: This term is often used to refer to stories or articles that are published in installments.

シリアル (しりある)

Example:
I like to eat cereal for breakfast.
私は朝食にシリアルを食べるのが好きです。
The supermarket has a wide variety of cereals.
そのスーパーマーケットには多様なシリアルがあります。
Usage: informalContext: Used in food and dietary discussions.
Note: This is a loanword from English and is commonly used to refer to breakfast cereals.

連続 (れんぞく)

Example:
There was a series of unfortunate events.
不幸な出来事が連続しました。
The show features a serial of thrilling episodes.
その番組はスリリングなエピソードの連続を特徴としています。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in general conversation, literature, and discussions involving sequences.
Note: This meaning emphasizes a sequence or series of events or items.

シリアルナンバー (しりあるなんばー)

Example:
You need to enter the serial number to register the product.
製品を登録するにはシリアルナンバーを入力する必要があります。
The software comes with a unique serial number.
そのソフトウェアにはユニークなシリアルナンバーが付いています。
Usage: formalContext: Common in technology, product registration, and inventory.
Note: This term is used specifically in contexts involving unique identifiers for products or software.

Serial's synonyms

sequential

Sequential means following a particular order or sequence.
Example: The sequential order of events in the novel helped build suspense.
Note: Sequential is more focused on the order in which things occur, whereas serial can also imply a repeated or ongoing series.

consecutive

Consecutive means following one after the other in order or sequence.
Example: She won the championship for the third consecutive year.
Note: Consecutive is specifically about things happening in uninterrupted order, while serial can have a broader sense of being part of a series.

successive

Successive means following one after the other in a series.
Example: The successive waves of protests led to significant changes in government policy.
Note: Successive emphasizes the idea of things happening in a continuous sequence, similar to serial but with a focus on progression.

chronological

Chronological means arranged in the order in which they happened.
Example: The report presented the events in chronological order.
Note: Chronological specifically refers to arranging events in the order of time, while serial can refer to things arranged in a numerical or logical sequence.

Serial expressions, common phrases

Serial killer

A person who commits a series of murders, often with a pattern or motive.
Example: The police are investigating a series of murders believed to be the work of a serial killer.
Note: Serial in this context refers to a repeated action, specifically in the context of committing crimes like murder.

Serial number

A unique number assigned to an individual item in a series for identification.
Example: Please provide the serial number of the product for warranty registration.
Note: Serial here refers to the sequential order in which items are produced or labeled.

Serial drama

A television or radio program that continues over a series of episodes, with a continuous storyline.
Example: The TV show became a hit due to its gripping storyline and well-developed characters in the serial drama.
Note: Serial in this context refers to a story or drama that unfolds gradually over multiple episodes or installments.

Serial everyday (slang) expressions

Serial monogamist

A person who consistently has long-term, committed relationships, often without much time in between.
Example: Sarah has never been single for long, she's a serial monogamist, always jumping from one relationship to the next.
Note: This term focuses on the pattern of having consecutive relationships rather than a negative connotation.

Serial entrepreneur

Someone who repeatedly starts new businesses or projects, often with innovative ideas.
Example: Tom is a serial entrepreneur, constantly starting new businesses and ventures.
Note: Unlike a traditional entrepreneur, a serial entrepreneur starts multiple ventures instead of focusing on a single one.

Serial hobbyist

A person who frequently starts different hobbies and interests, exploring a wide range of activities.
Example: Jane is a serial hobbyist, always picking up new interests, from painting to knitting to gardening.
Note: Unlike a dedicated hobbyist who sticks with one or two main hobbies, a serial hobbyist constantly shifts from one hobby to another.

Serial borrower

Someone who frequently borrows items or money from others, often without returning them promptly.
Example: Mark is known as a serial borrower among his friends; he always needs to borrow money or belongings.
Note: While borrowing is a common practice, a serial borrower repeatedly relies on others for resources without reciprocation or consideration.

Serial procrastinator

A person who consistently delays or postpones tasks, perpetually putting things off.
Example: Anna is a serial procrastinator; she always leaves assignments until the last minute.
Note: This term emphasizes the habitual nature of procrastination, indicating a repetitive behavior rather than an occasional delay in completing tasks.

Serial texter

Someone who frequently sends text messages, often engaging in ongoing conversations through text.
Example: Sam is a serial texter; he's constantly messaging people on his phone, rarely putting it down.
Note: Unlike occasional texters, a serial texter is characterized by a constant and persistent habit of texting others.

Serial snacker

A person who habitually snacks or eats small amounts of food between meals.
Example: Lisa is a serial snacker; she's always munching on something throughout the day.
Note: In contrast to those who eat regular meals without snacking, a serial snacker constantly consumes snacks throughout the day.

Serial - Examples

The new season of the serial is starting next week.
The company is planning to increase its serial production.
I missed the last episode of the serial, so I need to catch up.

Serial grammar

Serial - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: serial
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): serial
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): serials
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): serial
Syllables, Separation and Stress
serial Contains 3 syllables: se • ri • al
Phonetic transcription: ˈsir-ē-əl
se ri al , ˈsir ē əl (The red syllable is stressed)

Serial - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
serial: ~ 2900 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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