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kənˈtɪnju
Extremely common
300 - 400
300 - 400
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a continua, a persevera, a rămâne în același loc/poziție, a prelungi

Continue meanings in Romanian

a continua

Example:
Please continue with your story.
Te rog, continuă cu povestea ta.
We will continue our discussion tomorrow.
Vom continua discuția noastră mâine.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in both casual conversations and formal settings when referring to the act of carrying on with an action or topic.
Note: This is the most common meaning and can be used in various contexts, such as conversations, meetings, or written texts.

a persevera

Example:
You should continue despite the challenges.
Ar trebui să perseverezi în ciuda provocărilor.
They decided to continue with their plans regardless of the difficulties.
Au decis să persevereze cu planurile lor, indiferent de dificultăți.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Often used in motivational contexts or when discussing persistence in actions or goals.
Note: This meaning emphasizes the idea of persistence and determination in the face of obstacles.

a rămâne în același loc/poziție

Example:
You can continue sitting here if you want.
Poți să rămâi aici dacă vrei.
Please continue standing until the meeting starts.
Te rog să rămâi în picioare până începe întâlnirea.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when referring to remaining in a specific position or location.
Note: This meaning is less common but can be useful in specific contexts, such as instructions or directions.

a prelungi

Example:
They decided to continue the event for another hour.
Au decis să prelungească evenimentul pentru încă o oră.
The meeting will continue beyond the scheduled time.
Întâlnirea se va prelungi dincolo de timpul programat.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in contexts where an event or activity is extended in time.
Note: This sense of 'continue' is often used in formal settings, such as meetings or events.

Continue's synonyms

proceed

To continue with an action or process.
Example: We will proceed with the project as planned.
Note:

persist

To continue firmly or obstinately in an opinion or a course of action.
Example: Despite the challenges, she persisted in her efforts to learn the language.
Note: Emphasizes a determined continuation despite difficulties.

sustain

To support, uphold, or endure something over time.
Example: We need to sustain our efforts to achieve our goals.
Note: Emphasizes the idea of maintaining or upholding something.

Continue expressions, common phrases

keep going

To continue doing something without stopping.
Example: Even though the task is challenging, we need to keep going until it's completed.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the persistence and determination to continue despite difficulties.

carry on

To continue with an activity or task.
Example: Let's carry on with the meeting agenda.
Note: This phrase is commonly used in British English and is interchangeable with 'continue.'

press on

To continue making progress or moving forward.
Example: Despite the setbacks, we must press on and not give up.
Note: This phrase implies determination and perseverance in moving forward despite challenges.

proceed with

To continue or move forward with a course of action.
Example: We will proceed with the plan as scheduled.
Note: This phrase is often used in formal contexts to indicate the continuation of a planned action.

keep on

To continue doing something without stopping.
Example: Don't give up now, keep on trying until you succeed.
Note: This phrase is more informal and can imply a sense of persistence or repetition.

go on

To continue or proceed, especially in a situation where there are obstacles or challenges.
Example: The show must go on despite the technical difficulties.
Note: This phrase is often used in the context of performances or events to indicate that they will continue despite difficulties.

move forward

To continue progressing or advancing, especially after a setback.
Example: Let's put the past behind us and focus on moving forward.
Note: This phrase implies a sense of progress or advancement, often used in a motivational context.

Continue everyday (slang) expressions

keep on truckin'

This slang term encourages persistence and resilience in the face of challenges.
Example: After facing several setbacks, she decided to keep on truckin' and not give up on her entrepreneurial dreams.
Note: The term adds a sense of informal positivity and determination compared to the more formal 'continue'.

stay the course

This phrase emphasizes the importance of sticking with a plan or path without deviating.
Example: Despite the difficulties, it's essential to stay the course and not veer off track from your goals.
Note: It conveys a sense of steady perseverance and commitment, unlike the generic term 'continue'.

soldier on

To soldier on means to keep going despite difficulties or challenges.
Example: Even in the face of adversity, he managed to soldier on and complete the project on time.
Note: The term emphasizes the idea of perseverance in difficult circumstances, akin to a soldier facing obstacles.

push through

This phrase suggests overcoming obstacles or difficulties by making a concerted effort.
Example: When times get tough, it's important to push through and keep working towards your goals.
Note: It implies a sense of determination and effort to overcome barriers, going beyond just 'continuing'.

hang in there

This expression offers encouragement to endure difficulty and suggests holding on during tough times.
Example: I know things have been tough, but hang in there and things will eventually get better.
Note: It conveys a supportive and reassuring tone as compared to a straightforward 'continue'.

Continue - Examples

I will continue studying for the exam.
Voi continua să studiez pentru examen.
Please continue with your presentation.
Te rog să continui cu prezentarea ta.
He decided to continue his career in another country.
A decis să-și continue cariera într-o altă țară.
The rain didn't stop, it continued all day.
Ploaia nu s-a oprit, a continuat toată ziua.

Continue grammar

Continue - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: continue
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): continued
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): continuing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): continues
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): continue
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): continue
Syllables, Separation and Stress
continue Contains 3 syllables: con • tin • ue
Phonetic transcription: kən-ˈtin-(ˌ)yü
con tin ue , kən ˈtin (ˌ)yü (The red syllable is stressed)

Continue - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
continue: 300 - 400 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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