How to pronounce serial

Say it like this: /ˈsɪɹ.i.əl/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

Australian

What does serial mean?

adjHaving to do with or arranged in a series.

“These singular ribs have a very different direction from that of the serial teeth of the hinge, and cannot be taken for teeth.”

Who performs a specified action or course of action repeatedly or regularly.

“The serial killer had a string of victims across seven states.”

Published or produced in installments.

nounA literary or dramatic work, such as a radio or television programme, published in installments, often numbered and without a specified end.

A publication issued in successive parts, often numbered and with no predetermined end.

A serial number, esp. one required to activate software.

“Go to these sites for serials, cracks and keygens.”

verbto assign a serial number to (especially of aircraft)

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