This is the 9194th most frequent French word.
continues
"Continues" in French means "continue" or "go on" in English.
In this sentence, 'continue' is used as an action performed by the subject, expressing ongoing activity despite challenges.
Elle continue de travailler malgré les obstacles.
She continues to work despite the obstacles.
Here, 'continues' is the verb expressing the subject's ongoing action.
Nous espérons que l'équipe continue ses efforts.
We hope that the team continues its efforts.
'Continue' in this context is used metaphorically to describe the natural ongoing progression of the river.