Persists Meaning in English
word · lemma: persist
Definition
To continue to exist, happen, or do something for a long time, especially when it is difficult or someone tries to stop it.
Usage & Nuances
More formal; often used for problems, feelings, habits, or actions that continue despite challenges. Common collocations: 'pain persists', 'problem persists', 'if the symptom persists'. Not used for temporary or one-time events.
Spanish: persiste - continúaPortuguese (BR): persiste - continuaPortuguese (PT): persiste - continuaChinese (Simplified): 持续 - 坚持Chinese (Traditional): 持續 - 堅持Hindi: जारी रहता है - दृढ़ रहता हैArabic: يستمر - يثابرBengali: অব্যাহত থাকে - স্থায়ী থাকেRussian: сохраняется - продолжается - не проходитJapanese: 続く - 持続するVietnamese: kéo dài - vẫn cònKorean: 지속되다 - 계속되다Turkish: devam eder - sürerUrdu: برقرار رہنا - قائم رہناIndonesian: bertahan - tetap ada
Example Sentences
The pain persists even after I took the medicine.
basic
She persists with her training even when she's tired.
natural
Rumor persists that the company is in trouble.
natural
If the problem persists, call your doctor.
basic
The rain persists all day.
basic
No matter what I do, the headache just persists.
natural