synonym Comparative
ついに
VS
継続する
Differences Between "ついに" and "継続する"
Option A
ついに
Meaning
finally, at last
Reading
ついに (tsuini)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
何年も研究を重ね、ついに新薬の開発に成功した。
After years of research, they finally succeeded in developing a new drug.
Option B
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.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(finally, at last)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- ついに: Used when something happens after a long wait, effort, or series of events, often with a sense of relief or accomplishment. It implies a previous period of anticipation or struggle. Can be positive or negative. (例: ついに完成した - It's finally complete.)
- 継続する: Implies maintaining something in its current state or process without interruption. Can be used for activities, states, or processes.
- ついに: Used when something happens after a long wait, effort, or series of events, often with a sense of relief or accomplishment. It implies a previous period of anticipation or struggle. Can be positive or negative. (例: ついに完成した - It's finally complete.)
- 継続する: Implies maintaining something in its current state or process without interruption. Can be used for activities, states, or processes.
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