liên tục
/liən tʊk/adverb★Intermediate
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
Synonyms
Antonyms
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
roottục
to follow
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh