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“Continuar” (to continue) in the Present Tense

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Understanding the Present Tense of “Continuar”

The Present Tense of continuar is used to describe ongoing or habitual actions happening in the present moment. For example, Continúo estudiando español cada día. (I continue studying Spanish every day.)

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

How to Use Continuar in the Present Tense

Continuar generally means to continue, proceed or go on, but has several different meanings in the Present Tense, some of which might surprise you.

To continue an action: for example, Continúo trabajando en este proyecto (I continue working on this project).

To remain or stay: for example, Continúa lloviendo (It continues raining).

To proceed or go on: for example, Continuamos por este camino (We continue along this path).

To persist or endure: for example, Continúa su lucha por la justicia (He/She continues his/her struggle for justice).

Colloquially, to annoy or bother (rude): for example, ¿Continúas molestándome? (Are you still bothering me?)

Real Life Examples of Continuar in the Present Tense

Mientras espero mi turno en la fila, continúo revisando mi teléfono. (While I wait in line, I continue checking my phone.)

Después de una pausa, el orador continúa con su presentación. (After a pause, the speaker continues with their presentation.)

A pesar de las dificultades, continuamos trabajando duro para alcanzar nuestras metas. (Despite the difficulties, we continue working hard to achieve our goals.)

La película es tan buena que continúas viéndola aunque ya es muy tarde. (The movie is so good that you keep watching it even though it’s very late.)

Aunque el camino es largo, el grupo de excursionistas continúa caminando con entusiasmo. (Although the path is long, the group of hikers continues walking with enthusiasm.)

Después de una discusión acalorada, los compañeros de trabajo continúan con sus tareas de manera profesional. (After a heated discussion, the coworkers continue with their tasks professionally.)

A pesar de las críticas, el artista continúa creando obras que reflejan su visión única. (Despite the criticism, the artist continues creating works that reflect their unique vision.)

Aunque el tráfico está pesado, el conductor continúa avanzando con paciencia. (Although traffic is heavy, the driver continues moving forward patiently.)

Incluso después de una larga jornada laboral, los padres continúan cuidando a sus hijos con amor y dedicación. (Even after a long workday, parents continue caring for their children with love and dedication.)

Aunque el equipo está perdiendo, los jugadores continúan luchando hasta el final del partido. (Although the team is losing, the players continue fighting until the end of the game.)

A pesar de las dificultades económicas, la familia continúa ahorrando para su futuro. (Despite economic difficulties, the family continues saving for their future.)

Aunque el clima es desafiante, los exploradores continúan su expedición con determinación. (Although the weather is challenging, the explorers continue their expedition with determination.)

Incluso cuando las noticias son desalentadoras, el activista continúa luchando por causas sociales importantes. (Even when the news is discouraging, the activist continues fighting for important social causes.)

A pesar de los obstáculos, el estudiante continúa esforzándose por alcanzar sus sueños académicos. (Despite obstacles, the student continues striving to achieve their academic dreams.)

Aunque el proyecto es complicado, el equipo continúa trabajando juntos para encontrar soluciones creativas. (Although the project is complicated, the team continues working together to find creative solutions.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Continuar (to continue) in the Present Tense (Castilian Spanish) with English Translations:

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Synonyms

The Present tense is also known as the Simple Present, Present Simple, Present Tense, or Present Indicative in English, and as Presente de Indicativo, Presente Simple, Tiempo Presente, or Indicativo Presente in Spanish.