continue
continue
Pronunciation
The IPA phonetic spelling for "continue" is /kənˈtɪnjuː/.
Here's the breakdown of the sounds in each syllable:
con-: /kən/
/k/ - voiceless velar stop
/ə/ - schwa
-tin-: /ˈtɪn/
/ˈt/ - stressed voiceless alveolar stop
/ɪ/ - short front unrounded vowel
-ue: /juː/
/j/ - palatal approximant
/uː/ - long close front unrounded vowel
Word Form Variations
The word "continue" doesn't have any word form variations in terms of singular, plural, or tense. It's a verb, and its form remains the same regardless of these grammatical features.
However, it can be used in different verb tenses:
Present tense: continue
Past tense: continued
Past participle: continued
Present participle: continuing
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
Verb
Definition: To carry on or proceed with something without stopping or interruption.
Synonyms: persist, persevere, endure, maintain
Antonyms: cease, stop, halt, terminate
Example: "He continued to work despite the heavy rain."
Adjective
Definition: Lasting or going on without interruption.
Synonyms: persistent, unbroken, steady, ongoing
Antonyms: intermittent, sporadic, occasional, temporary
Example: "The movie was a continuous three-hour epic."
Examples of Use
Books
Literary fiction: "He continued his journey, undeterred by the treacherous terrain." (From "The Lord of the Rings" by J.R.R. Tolkien)
Non-fiction: "The author continues to argue that climate change is a pressing global issue." (From "The Uninhabitable Earth" by David Wallace-Wells)
Newspapers
Headline: "Government to Continue Subsidies for Farmers" (From The New York Times)
Article: "The company's CEO announced plans to continue operations in the region." (From The Guardian)
Online Publications
Blog post: "I will continue to update this blog with new content." (From a personal blog)
News article: "The protests continued for several days, despite efforts by the police to disperse the crowds." (From Al Jazeera)
Entertainment Mediums and Platforms
Movie title: "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" (Implying the continuation of a story)
TV show: "Game of Thrones" (A series known for its ongoing narrative)
Video game: "The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim" (A game that allows players to continue their adventures indefinitely)
General Public Discourse
Conversation: "Let's continue our discussion tomorrow."
Speech: "We must continue to strive for a more just and equitable society."
Social media: "I'm going to continue posting about my travels."
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Continue
"The only way to succeed is to continue." (Unknown)
"Never give up, never surrender. Continue the fight." (From the film "Galactica 1980")
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Continue the journey." (Lao Tzu)
"To continue loving is to continue to live." (Leo Tolstoy)
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. Continue to learn." (Nelson Mandela)
"The struggle continues." (Slogan used by various political and social movements)
"The show must go on." (A famous phrase from the entertainment industry, often attributed to Winston Churchill)
"Continue to work hard, continue to dream, and above all, continue to believe." (Unknown)
"The only way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. Continue serving." (Mahatma Gandhi)
"Life is a journey, not a destination. Continue traveling." (Unknown)
Etymology
The word "continue" comes from the Latin word "continere," which means "to hold together." This word was made up of two parts: "con" meaning "together" and "tenere" meaning "to hold." So, "continue" originally meant "to hold something together without stopping."
Over time, the meaning of "continue" changed a little. It came to mean "to keep going without stopping" or "to carry on." This new meaning was first used around the 14th century.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Continue
Common Phrases:
Continue to do something: To keep doing something without stopping.
Example: "Continue to work hard and you will succeed."
Continue as before: To remain the same.
Example: "The meeting will continue as before, despite the recent changes."
Continue to be: To remain in a particular state or condition.
Example: "She continued to be a loyal friend."
Lesser-Known Phrases:
Continue on one's way: To keep moving forward.
Example: "He continued on his way, undeterred by the storm."
Continue the tradition: To keep a custom or practice going.
Example: "We continue the tradition of having a family picnic every year."
Idioms with Synonyms:
To persevere: To continue doing something despite difficulties.
Example: "He persevered in his studies and eventually graduated."
To persist: To continue to do something, especially in spite of opposition or difficulty.
Example: "She persisted in her belief that she could achieve her goals."
To endure: To continue to exist or last.
Example: "The friendship endured through many challenges."
Note: While "continue" is a common word, it's not as frequently used in idioms as some other words. This is likely because its meaning is quite straightforward and doesn't lend itself easily to figurative expressions.
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Definition of continue from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
