続ける vs 継続する
Japanese word comparison
Listen to 続ける
Listen to 継続する
| 続ける | 継続する |
|---|---|
tsu-ZU-ke-ru verb | けいぞくする verb |
| to continue; to keep doing something | to continue; to carry on; to persist |
How they differ
継続する is more formal and abstract than 続ける. It is often used for policies, services, work, or efforts that are maintained over time, while 続ける is the more general everyday verb for keeping an action going.
When to use each
When to use 続ける: Use 続ける when you mean to keep doing a specific action in ordinary conversation.
When to use 継続する: Use 継続する when you want a more formal or businesslike word for maintaining something over time.
Side-by-side examples
- 毎日運動を続ける。
(I keep exercising every day.) - このサービスを継続する。
(We will continue this service.)
Register & nuance: 継続する is more formal and often appears in written, official, or business contexts, while 続ける is common in everyday speech.