Meaning and Usage
"지속적" is an adjective meaning "continuous" or "ongoing." It describes something that happens without interruption over a period of time. It is often used in formal or academic contexts, such as business, health, or social issues.
Common Collocations
- 지속적인 노력 (continuous effort): emphasizes the importance of ongoing work or dedication.
- 지속적인 성장 (continuous growth): used in economic or business contexts.
- 지속적인 문제 (continuous problem): refers to a problem that persists over time.
Usage Notes
"지속적" is often combined with the particle "-인" to form "지속적인," which is the more common adjectival form used before nouns. For example, "지속적인 변화" (continuous change).
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "지속적" with "계속" which also means "continuously" but is an adverb. Remember that "지속적" is an adjective and must modify a noun, while "계속" modifies verbs or sentences.
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"지속적" is neutral to formal and is suitable for written and spoken Korean in professional or academic settings.