continúe
“continúe” means “continue” in Spanish (as a formal command or request).
continue, that I continue
Also: that he/she/you (formal) continue, proceed
📝 In Action
Por favor, continúe con la presentación.
A2Please, continue with the presentation.
Espero que mi hijo continúe estudiando en esa universidad.
B1I hope that my son continues studying at that university.
No creo que yo continúe aquí por mucho tiempo.
B2I don't think that I will continue here for a long time.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "continúe" in Spanish:
proceed→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: continúe
Question 1 of 2
Which of these sentences correctly uses 'continúe' as a formal command?
📚 More Resources
👥 Word Family▼
🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼
Comes directly from the Latin word *continuare*, meaning 'to join together' or 'to make continuous.' The meaning has remained very consistent throughout history.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
💡 Master Spanish
Take your Spanish to the next level. Read 200+ illustrated and narrated Spanish stories tailored to your level with the Inklingo app!
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'continúe' have an accent mark when the base verb 'continuar' doesn't?
The accent mark (tilda) is used in Spanish to show where the stress falls when the usual stress rules are broken. In 'continúe' (and 'continúo,' 'continúas,' etc.), the stress moves to the 'u' sound to keep the pronunciation clear, and the accent marks that shift.
When do I use 'continúe' versus 'continúa'?
'Continúe' is the polite, formal way to tell someone to continue (used with Usted). 'Continúa' is the informal way to tell a friend or family member to continue (used with Tú).