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Continual vs Continuous

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Continual = tekrar eden; continuous = kesintisiz.

Definition

Continual = repeated. Continuous = without stopping.

Turkish Explanation

Continual = tekrar. Continuous = kesintisiz.

Example Sentences

Continual interruptions ruined my focus. (tekrar eden)

There was continuous rain for three days. (kesintisiz)

Tip

Continual = repeated. Continuous = unbroken.

Mini Test

___ rain for 48 hours. (kesintisiz)

  1. Continual
  2. Continuous
  3. Continuing
  4. Continued

Answer: B) Continuous — Continuous = without stopping.