No. 2,862 in Portuguese
contínua
"Contínua" means "continuous" or "ongoing" in English.
In a sentence
Ela tem uma dedicação contínua ao trabalho.
She has continuous dedication to work.
In this sentence, 'contínua' is used as an adjective describing 'dedicação', meaning 'ongoing' or 'constant'.
A linha contínua no gráfico representa os retornos previstos.
The continuous line on the graph represents the forecasted returns.
Here, 'contínua' is an adjective modifying 'linha', referring to something uninterrupted or unbroken.
A prática contínua leva à perfeição.
Continuous practice leads to perfection.
In this context, 'contínua' describes 'prática', indicating an ongoing or persistent effort.
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