Sigan (en. Continue)

/ˈsiɡan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Indicates the action of continuing or proceeding.
Follow the path until the next intersection.
Sigan el camino hasta la próxima intersección.
Used in contexts of instructions or orders.
Follow the instructions carefully.
Sigan las instrucciones cuidadosamente.
It can be used to motivate someone to continue in an activity.
Keep practicing, you're on the right track.
Sigan practicando, van por buen camino.

Etymology

From the Latin verb 'sequi', which means to follow.

Common Phrases and Expressions

keep going forward
continue moving forward without stopping.
sigan adelante
keep it up
continue doing things that way.
sigan así
follow the beat
maintain the same rhythm or speed.
sigan el ritmo

Related Words

follow
verb that means to move after something or someone.
seguir
follow-up
action of following something or someone.
seguimiento
followed
that occurs repeatedly or often.
seguido

Slang Meanings

It is used in party contexts to encourage people to keep dancing.
Come on, keep going, the party has just begun!
¡Vamos, sigan, que la fiesta apenas comienza!
Instructions in the sports world, motivating players to maintain energy.
Keep going, guys, don't stop now!
¡Sigan, chicos, no se detengan ahora!