German word

kontinuierlich

Pronunciation

IPA/kɔntinuˈiːɐ̯lɪç/

Meaning

  • adjectivecontinuous

Example

Wir sehen eine kontinuierliche Verbesserung.

We see continuous improvement.

Illustration for kontinuierlich (continuous)

More examples

Die kontinuierliche Entwicklung der Branche beeindruckt die Investoren.

The continuous development of the industry impresses investors.

Core concept

A steady line keeps moving forward without gaps, sudden stops, or sharp jumps.

Common phrases

  • kontinuierliche Verbesserung

    continuous improvement

  • kontinuierlicher Anstieg

    continuous increase

  • kontinuierliche Entwicklung

    continuous development

Similar words

ständig: Occurring again and again with little or no pause.
regelmäßig: Recurring according to a fixed or predictable schedule.
dauerhaft: Remaining in place or effect for a long time.

Definition in German

Beständig und gleichmäßig fortschreitend.

Word origin

The adjective derives from Latin continuus through the related verb continuare and retains the sense of uninterrupted connection.

Usage tips

  • Kontinuierlich is common in formal, technical, and analytical contexts, whereas everyday speech often uses ständig for a constant condition.

Other meanings

  • constantadjective

Opposites

  • sporadischsporadicadjective
  • unterbrocheninterruptedadjective

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