continuar
/kontiˈnwaɾ/
to continue
Voy a continuar trabajando en este proyecto.
I'm going to continue working on this project.
general
To keep doing something that has already started; to proceed without interruption.
Después de la pausa, continuaremos con la reunión.
After the break, we will continue with the meeting.
El equipo decidió continuar el partido a pesar de la lluvia.
The team decided to continue the game despite the rain.
Often used with 'con' (to continue with) or 'en' (to continue in).
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Common Prepositions
'Continuar' is often followed by 'con' (with) or 'en' (in) to specify what is being continued.
Word Origin
From Latin 'continuare', meaning 'to join together' or 'to connect'.
Usage Notes
In formal contexts, 'continuar' is often used with prepositions like 'con' or 'en'. In informal speech, 'seguir' is more common.
Word Breakdown
con-
with
prefix-tinuar
to hold together
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