Word
continuative
/kənˈtinjuətiv/
noun
持续体；延续体
Something that causes a continuation; a durative (a grammatical form expressing duration).
- 1.
Something that causes a continuation.
导致延续的事物。
- 2.
A durative.
持续体(语言学术语)。
导致延续的事物。；持续体(语言学术语)。
In use
In the sentence 'I like tea and coffee,' the word 'and' functions as a continuative.
Linguists classify 'but' as a continuative that indicates contrast.
Understanding the role of continuatives helps learners connect ideas smoothly.
Connections
Word family
- continuatives
- plural
Learner notes
Learn the forms together
页面下方列出了常见词形变化。学习时注意它们在句子中的语法位置。
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