adjectiveadverb
kontinuierlich
continuously · continuous · steadily
Es bedeutet, dass etwas ohne Unterbrechung andauert oder Schritt für Schritt weitergeht.
The German word "kontinuierlich" is an adjective meaning "continuous" or "constant". It comes from the noun "Kontinuum" (continuum) with the suffix "-lich" indicating an adjective.
Meaning of the root word:
- Kontinuum: a continuous sequence or unbroken whole.
Similar words:
- dauerhaft (lasting, durable)
- stetig (steady)
- ununterbrochen (uninterrupted)
Differences:
- Kontinuierlich emphasizes a smooth, ongoing progression without interruptions.
- Dauerhaft stresses lasting over a long time, not necessarily continuously.
- Stetig implies steady or consistent, often used for gradual changes.
- Ununterbrochen focuses on the absence of breaks or interruptions, similar but slightly more literal than "kontinuierlich".
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Examples
Der Prozess läuft kontinuierlich ab.adverb
The process occurs continuously.
Ihre Leistung verbessert sich kontinuierlich.adverb
Her performance is continuously improving.
Die Preise steigen seit Monaten kontinuierlich.adverb
Prices have been rising steadily for months.
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