in medias res

English - Turkish

Definition of in medias res in English Turkish dictionary

(Lat.) Bir hikâyenin/anlatımın ortasında

English - English

Definition of in medias res in English English dictionary

In the middle of a storyline

This novel begins in medias res.

Beginning in the middle of its storyline: said of a work of literature or a film

Although not strictly in medias res, the film uses flashbacks extensively.

Narrative presented in medias res

Anyway, the characters have been introduced but by no means established. I know Final Fantasy’s always been big on in medias res, but even the most basic questions about the plot remain unanswered. Who the fuck are these people? What is going on? Why should I care? Can I stop playing now? Please?.

In or into the midst or middle; without preamble

Synonyms

smack dab in the middle

Etymology

() From Latin in medias res.