Continuar
Example: Ela decidiu continuar estudando mesmo com dificuldades.
Definition
"Continuar" means to persist in an action or state without stopping, especially after a pause or interruption. It implies carrying on with something, such as continuing to study despite difficulties, as in the sentence: 'Ela decidiu continuar estudando mesmo com dificuldades.'
Etymology
The word "continuar" comes from the Latin verb 'continuare,' which means to join together or proceed without interruption. It combines 'con-' meaning 'together' and 'tenere' meaning 'to hold.' Did you know? The idea of holding together perfectly captures the meaning of continuing something without stopping.
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