持续
chíxù
💡 to continue
“这场雨已经持续了三天了。”
“This rain has been continuing for three days.”
general
To continue or persist over time without interruption.
我们需要持续努力才能取得成功。
We need to continue our efforts to achieve success.
💡
Often used to describe ongoing actions or states that last for a period of time.
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use 持续 to describe actions or states that last over time, such as weather, efforts, or trends.
⚡Gold Rule
Verb vs. Adjective
When used as a verb, it often appears in the structure 持续 + verb phrase. As an adjective, it modifies nouns (e.g., 持续的努力).
📖Word Origin
From 持 (to hold) + 续 (to continue). The word emphasizes the idea of maintaining or prolonging a state or action.
📝Usage Notes
Can be used as a verb or adjective, depending on context. As a verb, it often takes the form of 持续 + verb phrase (e.g., 持续发展).
Word Breakdown
持
to hold
root续
to continue
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