Episodio (en. Episode)

/epiˈsoðjo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Part of a narrative work that is told independently.
The episode of the novel focuses on the protagonist's life.
El episodio de la novela se centra en la vida del protagonista.
Differentiated portion of a process or series.
The last episode of the strike lasted four days.
El último episodio de la huelga duró cuatro días.
Particular event that stands out in a broader context.
The episode of the storm was remembered for years.
El episodio de la tormenta fue recordado durante años.

Etymology

From the Greek ἐπεισόδιον (epeisódion), meaning 'addition' or 'added'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Tragic episode
An event with sad or deplorable characteristics.
episodio trágico
Epilogue of an episode
A conclusion or closure after an event.
epílogo de un episodio
New episode
A recent event or the next in a series.
nuevo episodio

Related Words

Series
Set of episodes that form a work or a season.
serie
Narrative
Way of telling stories in a series of episodes.
narrativa
Event
Event that takes place and can be a notable episode.
acontecimiento

Slang Meanings

A surprising or shocking moment.
That fight was an episode nobody expected.
Esa pelea fue un episodio que nadie esperaba.
Something that is remembered in a fun or anecdotal way.
Do you remember the episode of the party where everyone danced?
Recuerdas el episodio de la fiesta en la que todos bailaron?