synonym Comparative
続く
VS
継続する
Differences Between "続く" and "継続する"
Option A
続く
Meaning
to continue (intransitive)
Reading
つづく (tsuzuku)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
雨は一日中続きました。
The rain continued all day.
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: "(to continue (intransitive))"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 続く: Intransitive verb. Used for something continuing on its own or a state/process lasting. The transitive equivalent is 続ける (tsuzukeru). (e.g., 雨が続く, 道が続く).
- 継続する: Implies maintaining something in its current state or process without interruption. Can be used for activities, states, or processes.
- 続く: Intransitive verb. Used for something continuing on its own or a state/process lasting. The transitive equivalent is 続ける (tsuzukeru). (e.g., 雨が続く, 道が続く).
- 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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