This is the 8259th most frequent Spanish word.
permanecen
"They remain"
Here, 'permanecen' describes the state or condition of the students staying silent in that specific moment or situation.
Los estudiantes permanecen en silencio durante el examen.
The students remain silent during the exam.
In this context, 'permanecen' conveys the continuous state of the lights being on during the duration of the night.
Las luces permanecen encendidas toda la noche.
The lights stay on all night.
'Permanecen' here highlights the ongoing state of unity among the families, despite challenges.