Continuation (en. Continuation)

[kɔ̃.ti.nua.sjɔ̃]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Extension of an action, a narrative, a process.
The continuation of his work is essential for the project.
La continuation de son travail est essentielle pour le projet.
Part of a text that follows another text.
The continuation of the story will captivate the reader.
La continuation de l'histoire saura captiver le lecteur.
State of that which continues, that which does not stop.
The continuation of operations is crucial.
La continuation des opérations est primordiale.

Etymology

From the Latin 'continuatio', derived from 'continuare' which means 'to make last' or 'to continue'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to continue in the same vein
To pursue in the same direction or with the same energy.
continuer sur sa lancée
to have consequences
To have consequences or developments.
avoir des suites
in continuation
In a state of permanence or continuity.
en continuation

Related Words

to continue
To pursue, not to stop.
continuer
knowledge
The act of knowing; knowledge.
connaissance
to follow
To go behind something or someone.
suivre

Slang Meanings

The follow-up to a story or an event.
Did you see the continuation of the series? It's crazy!
T'as vu la continuation de la série ? C'est dingue !
The act of continuing without interruption.
We're going to continue until we finish.
On va faire une continuation jusqu'à ce qu'on ait terminé.