The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Continuar is used to give direct orders or instructions to continue an action, for example: Continúa leyendo el libro. (Continue reading the book.)

Continuar is a regular -ar verb, meaning its conjugations follow the typical pattern for verbs ending in -ar in the present tense.

Conjugations

Conjugations of Continuar (to continue) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) tense (Castilian Spanish):

Continuar generally means “to continue” or “to go on”, but has several different meanings in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands), some of which might surprise you.

To continue an action: for example, ¡Continúa trabajando! (Continue working!)

To proceed or carry on: for example, ¡Continúen con la reunión! (Proceed with the meeting!)

To keep going (idiomatic): for example, ¡Continúa así, campeón! (Keep it up, champ!)

To persist or persevere: for example, ¡Continúa intentándolo! (Keep trying!)

To resume after a pause: for example, ¡Continúen la película! (Resume the movie!)

To extend or prolong (colloquial): for example, ¡Continúa la fiesta! (Keep the party going!)

Examples

Examples of Continuar in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

¡Continúa leyendo el libro! Es muy interesante. (Keep reading the book! It’s very interesting.)

Para seguir adelante con el proceso, continúe rellenando el formulario. (To proceed with the process, continue filling out the form.)

Chicos, continuemos caminando. Aún nos queda un largo trecho por recorrer. (Guys, let’s keep walking. We still have a long way to go.)

Oye, no te detengas ahora. Continúa esforzándote y lograrás tu meta. (Hey, don’t stop now. Keep pushing and you’ll achieve your goal.)

Señoras y señores, continúen disfrutando de la velada. La fiesta apenas comienza. (Ladies and gentlemen, keep enjoying the evening. The party is just getting started.)

Equipo, continuemos trabajando duro. Nuestro proyecto está tomando forma. (Team, let’s keep working hard. Our project is taking shape.)

Mamá, continúa cocinando esas deliciosas recetas familiares. ¡Me encantan! (Mom, keep cooking those delicious family recipes. I love them!)

Amigo, continúa practicando tu español. Cada día mejoras más. (Friend, keep practicing your Spanish. You’re improving every day.)

Señor, continúe esperando en la fila. Su turno llegará pronto. (Sir, continue waiting in line. Your turn will come soon.)

Compañeros, continuemos explorando nuevas ideas. La innovación es clave. (Colleagues, let’s keep exploring new ideas. Innovation is key.)

Joven, continúa estudiando. El conocimiento te abrirá puertas. (Young person, keep studying. Knowledge will open doors for you.)

Amigos, continúen disfrutando de la vida al máximo. ¡Carpe diem! (Friends, keep enjoying life to the fullest. Carpe diem!)

Equipo, continuemos esforzándonos. El éxito está al alcance de la mano. (Team, let’s keep striving. Success is within reach.)

Cariño, continúa siendo tú mismo. Eres una persona increíble. (Honey, keep being yourself. You’re an amazing person.)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Continuar (to continue) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) tense (Castilian Spanish) with English Translations:

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Synonyms

The Imperative mood is also known as the Command Form, Affirmative Command Mood, or Direct Command Form in English, and as Modo Imperativo, Imperativo Afirmativo, Mandatos Afirmativos, or Forma de Mandato in Spanish.