# prequel vs pretzel

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### prequel
*noun · IPA /ˈpɹiːkwəl/ · frequency rank #22,775*
In a series of works, an installment that is set chronologically before its predecessor, especially the original narrative or (perhaps improper usage) any narrative work with at least one sequel.

### pretzel
*noun · IPA /ˈpɹɛt.səl/ · frequency rank #29,795*
A toasted bread or cracker usually in the shape of a loose knot.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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