不断
How to Understand
不断 (bù duàn) means 'continuously' or 'constantly' in English. It describes an action or state that happens without interruption, emphasizing ongoing or repeated occurrence.
The character 不 (bù) means 'not,' and 断 (duàn) means 'to break' or 'to stop.' Together, they form a negation of stopping, implying something that continues without end. This compound is commonly used to describe actions or processes that persist over time.
不断 is widely used in both formal and informal contexts. For example, it can describe ongoing efforts, continuous improvement, or persistent conditions. It's often seen in phrases like 不断努力 (bù duàn nǔ lì), meaning 'to keep striving,' or 不断变化 (bù duàn biàn huà), meaning 'constantly changing.' Understanding this term helps learners grasp the nuance of persistence and continuity in Chinese communication.