liên tục

/liən tʊk/
adverbIntermediate
general

Without interruption; in an unbroken sequence.

Anh đã học liên tục trong ba giờ.

He studied continuously for three hours.

Dịch vụ này hoạt động liên tục 24/7.

This service operates continuously 24/7.

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Often used to describe ongoing actions or processes that do not stop.

Collocations

hoạt động liên tụcoperate continuouslyliên tục trongcontinuously for

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Related Phrases

không ngừngphrase
non-stop
liên miênphrase
continuous

💡Pro Tip

Usage in formal contexts

In formal writing or professional settings, 'liên tục' is often used to describe processes or services that operate without interruption.

Gold Rule

Avoid overuse

While 'liên tục' is useful, avoid using it excessively in casual conversation, as it can sound overly formal.

📖Word Origin

From 'liên' (continuous) + 'tục' (to follow), forming a compound meaning 'continuous' or 'without interruption'.

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe actions, events, or processes that occur without breaks.

Word Breakdown

liên
continuous
root
+
tục
to follow
root
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