延续
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Meaning: Continue
How to Understand
延续
延续 means to continue or carry on something, often in a continuous or ongoing manner. It emphasizes the persistence of an action, tradition, or state over time.
The character 延 (yán) originally meant 'to stretch' or 'to extend,' while 续 (xù) means 'to continue' or 'to follow.' Together, they convey the idea of extending something forward, maintaining its flow or existence.
延续 is commonly used in contexts like traditions, customs, historical events, or processes that persist over time. It can be found in formal writing and spoken language, especially when describing cultural continuity or long-term efforts.
Example Sentences
这个传统已经延续了数百年。
This tradition has been continued for hundreds of years.
项目必须延续到明年才能完成。
The project must be continued until next year to be completed.