secuencia
/seˈkwenθja/
In mathematics, the English word sequence is translated into Spanish as secuencia.
The term secuencia refers to an ordered list of objects.
Meaning: in mathematics, an ordered list of objects (noun)
Which one should you use?
In formal contexts, the term sucesión can be used interchangeably with secuencia. Additionally, the word orden can be used to convey the idea of a sequence in formal settings.
How does it change in a sentence?
To express the plural form, secuencias, you add -s to the end of the word.
How do you pronounce it?
/seˈkwenθja/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, a 'sequence' of movies or books is often called a saga or a trilogía rather than a secuencia, even though the latter is grammatically correct. Using secuencia for a film series might sound overly clinical to a native speaker.
- While secuencia is standard, the word sucesión is often preferred in high-level mathematical textbooks to describe a sequence of numbers. This can be confusing because in everyday Spanish, sucesión often implies a 'succession' of people or events, such as a royal succession.
- In Spanish, the word secuencia is used specifically in cinema to describe a narrative unit made of several scenes, which is a broader category than a single shot.
Examples in context
- Los genes consisten de una secuencia específica de ADN.Genes consist of a specific sequence of DNA.This sentence shows how to use secuencia regarding DNA.Tatoeba #1179122 by marcelostockle, translation #681063 by Source_VOA
- Una escalera es una secuencia de movimientos, en zigzag, en la que un atacante persigue a un grupo en atari a través del tablero.A ladder is a sequence of moves, in a zigzag pattern, in which an attacker chases a group in atari across the board.This sentence illustrates the use of secuencia to describe a pattern of moves in a game.Tatoeba #10366129 by carlosalberto, translation #10366107 by carlosalberto
- La triangulación es una secuencia de tres movimientos realizados por uno de los reyes para volver a la misma posición con la ventaja de la oposición, lo que deja al otro rey en zugzwang.Triangulation is a sequence of three moves performed by one of the kings in order to return to the same position with the advantage of the opposition, which leaves the other king in zugzwang.This sentence demonstrates using secuencia to describe a series of movements in a tactical context.Tatoeba #10262972 by carlosalberto, translation #10262968 by carlosalberto
- La secuencia de los acontecimientos es esencial para entender el argumento de la novela.The sequence of events is essential to understand the novel's plot.
- La sucesión de los números primos no sigue un patrón predecible.The sequence of prime numbers does not follow a predictable pattern.
- Debes seguir el orden correcto para resolver este problema.You must follow the correct sequence to solve this problem.
- Tengo una serie de tareas que debo completar antes de irme de vacaciones.I have a series of tasks to complete before going on vacation.
- Ayer ocurrió una sucesión de eventos que hicieron que llegara tarde al trabajo.Yesterday, there was a sequence of events that made me arrive late to work.
- Para hacer esta receta, sigue la secuencia de pasos indicada en el libro de cocina.To make this recipe, follow the sequence of steps indicated in the cookbook.
- El historiador investigó la sucesión de hechos para comprender cómo ocurrió la Revolución.The historian researched the sequence of events to understand how the Revolution happened.
- Tengo una serie de planes para el sábado. Primero, iré al gimnasio. Después, al cine con amigos.I have a series of plans for Saturday. First, I'll go to the gym, then, to the movies with friends.
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Example conversation
Mateo and María are studying mathematics together in a library.
- Mateo¿Puedes explicarme esta secuencia?Can you explain this sequence to me?
- MaríaClaro, Mateo, es una secuencia aritmética.Sure, Mateo, it is an arithmetic sequence.
- MateoAhora entiendo cómo funciona.Now I understand how it works.
- María¡Qué bueno que te sirvió!I'm glad it helped you!
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry secuencia, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
