series
Meaning: A number of similar things or events coming one after another
The noun 'series' refers to a number of similar or related things, events, or people coming one after another in a sequence. It is commonly used for television programmes (a TV series), books, or any collection of related items. Note that 'series' is both singular and plural in British English.
Examples
- Have you seen the new series on BBC One? 你看了BBC一台的新剧吗?¿Has visto la nueva serie en BBC One?BBC Oneの新しいシリーズ見ましたか?BBC One의 새 시리즈 보셨나요?
- The company faced a series of setbacks last year. 公司去年遭遇了一连串挫折。La empresa enfrentó una serie de contratiempos el año pasado.会社は昨年、一連の挫折に直面しました。회사는 작년에 일련의 좌절을 겪었습니다.
- She's reading the entire Harry Potter series again. 她正在重读整套哈利·波特系列。Está leyendo toda la serie de Harry Potter otra vez.彼女はハリー・ポッターシリーズ全巻をまた読んでいます。그녀는 해리 포터 시리즈 전권을 다시 읽고 있습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin 'series' meaning 'a row' or 'chain', from 'serere' (to join, to link together). The word has kept its Latin form unchanged, including being both singular and plural — a rare trait in English.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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