segue

Segue is a term used to describe a smooth transition from one topic, scene, or piece of music to another. It is used in film, television, music, theater, and spoken discourse to maintain continuity and flow.

Etymology: The word comes from the Italian segue, meaning "it follows," from the verb seguire, "to follow." It entered English through Italian and French usage in arts contexts, taking on specialized senses in media work.

In film and video, a segue is a transition between shots or scenes. It can be achieved with cuts, fades, dissolves, wipes, or other techniques designed to link segments smoothly and preserve narrative momentum.

In music and performance, a segue moves directly from one piece to another within a medley, suite, or continuous concert. It can also describe a seamless transition between movements or tracks, often without an audible pause.

In writing and speech, a segue can be a phrase or rhetorical move that shifts to a related topic or returns to a previous thread. The term is commonly used as a noun ("a segue") and as a verb ("to segue").