지속
The state of continuing without stopping. It refers to the duration or persistence of a condition or activity.
Examples
3 of 5이 약의 효과는 12시간 동안 지속된다.
The effect of this medicine lasts for 12 hours.
우리는 평화를 지속하기 위해 노력해야 한다.
We must strive to sustain peace.
회사는 성장의 지속을 위해 투자하고 있다.
The company is investing for the continuation of growth.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Ji-Sok: 'Ji' (keep) + 'Sok' (speed/fast). Keep it going at speed.
Quick Quiz
지구 온난화가 ( )되면 해수면이 상승할 것이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 지속
Examples
이 약의 효과는 12시간 동안 지속된다.
everydayThe effect of this medicine lasts for 12 hours.
우리는 평화를 지속하기 위해 노력해야 한다.
formalWe must strive to sustain peace.
회사는 성장의 지속을 위해 투자하고 있다.
businessThe company is investing for the continuation of growth.
관심의 지속이 학습의 핵심이다.
academicPersistence of interest is the key to learning.
이 날씨가 언제까지 지속될까?
informalHow long will this weather last?
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
지속 가능 발전
sustainable development
지속성
sustainability/persistence
Often Confused With
Usage Notes
Very common in academic discussions regarding environment ('Sustainable') or long-term effects.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse '지속되다' (to be continued/last) with '지각하다' (to be late).
Memory Tip
Ji-Sok: 'Ji' (keep) + 'Sok' (speed/fast). Keep it going at speed.
Word Origin
Sino-Korean word from '지' (hold) and '속' (continue).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
지구 온난화가 ( )되면 해수면이 상승할 것이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 지속
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