مستمر
Continuing without interruption in time or space; ongoing.
Examples
3 of 5أنا في بحث مستمر عن وظيفة أفضل.
I am in a continuous search for a better job.
هناك تطور مستمر في العلاقات بين البلدين.
There is continuous development in the relations between the two countries.
المطر صار له يومين مستمر.
The rain has been continuous for two days.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the 'ST' in Mustamir as 'Stay' - it stays going.
Quick Quiz
التعلم ___ لا يتوقف بانتهاء الدراسة.
Correct!
The correct answer is: مستمر
Examples
أنا في بحث مستمر عن وظيفة أفضل.
everydayI am in a continuous search for a better job.
هناك تطور مستمر في العلاقات بين البلدين.
formalThere is continuous development in the relations between the two countries.
المطر صار له يومين مستمر.
informalThe rain has been continuous for two days.
تتطلب التجربة مراقبة مستمرة للنتائج.
academicThe experiment requires continuous monitoring of the results.
نحن بحاجة إلى تحسين مستمر لجودة المنتجات.
businessWe need continuous improvement of product quality.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
إلى ما لا نهاية مستمر
continuing indefinitely
على نحو مستمر
in a continuous manner
النجاح مستمر
success continues
Often Confused With
Da'im means permanent (forever), while Mustamir means ongoing (without stopping right now).
Usage Notes
Very high frequency in IELTS Task 2 for describing trends (e.g., 'the continuous increase in prices').
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 'dayman' (always) when they mean 'mustamir' (continuous/ongoing).
Memory Tip
Think of the 'ST' in Mustamir as 'Stay' - it stays going.
Word Origin
From the root (m-r-r) meaning to pass or go, Form X implies seeking to continue passing.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
التعلم ___ لا يتوقف بانتهاء الدراسة.
Correct!
The correct answer is: مستمر
Related Vocabulary
More general words
عاقبة
B1A result or effect of an action or condition, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant.
عَقَبَة
B2A hurdle or obstacle that prevents progress or makes it difficult. Often used in TOEFL to describe challenges in scientific research or historical progress.
عَمَلِيَّة
B2A series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular end; also refers to a medical surgery or a practical operation.
يحقق
B1To achieve a goal, to realize an ambition, or to investigate a matter. In academic Arabic, it is frequently used to discuss reaching results or fulfilling objectives.
تحقيق
B1The act of achieving a goal, or a systematic investigation to establish facts (like a police investigation or research inquiry).
اقتناء
B2The act of acquiring or possessing something, often used for valuable items like books, art, or property.
نشاط
B1A thing that you do for interest, enjoyment, or to achieve a particular goal. It also refers to the state of being active or having energy.
إضافي
B1More than what is usual, expected, or existing; extra.
إضافة
B1The action or process of adding something to something else. It can also refer to the thing that is added to improve or increase something.
أدوات
B1Implements or devices used to perform a particular function. It can refer to physical tools or digital/abstract resources.
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