synonym Comparative
継続する
VS
維持する
Differences Between "継続する" and "維持する"
Option A
継続する
Meaning
to continue, to last, to keep on
Reading
けいぞくする (keizoku suru)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
このプロジェクトは来年も継続する予定です。
This project is scheduled to continue next year.
Option B
維持する
Meaning
to maintain, to keep up
Reading
いじする (iji suru)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
健康を維持するために、毎日運動しています。
I exercise every day to maintain my health.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to continue, to last, to keep on)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 継続する: Implies maintaining something in its current state or process without interruption. Can be used for activities, states, or processes.
- 維持する: Often used for systems, conditions, or standards. (システムや状態、水準などを保つ場合によく使われます。)
- 継続する: Implies maintaining something in its current state or process without interruption. Can be used for activities, states, or processes.
- 維持する: Often used for systems, conditions, or standards. (システムや状態、水準などを保つ場合によく使われます。)
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