Keep up Meaning in English
expression
ˈkip/ /ˈəp
KEEP-uhp
kˈiːp/ /ˈʌp
KEEP-up
Definition
To move or progress at the same speed as someone or something, or to continue staying informed or performing well in a changing situation.
Usage & Nuances
Informal, used for both physical pace and mental or professional progress. Common phrases: 'keep up with' (someone/something), 'keep up the good work!'. Often implies challenge or effort. Don't confuse with 'keep' (to continue or hold) alone.
Spanish: seguir el ritmo - mantenerse al díaPortuguese (BR): acompanhar - manter-se atualizadoPortuguese (PT): acompanhar - manter-se atualizadoChinese (Simplified): 跟上 - 赶上Chinese (Traditional): 跟上 - 趕上Hindi: क़ायम रहना - गति बनाए रखनाArabic: مواكبة - متابعةBengali: পাঠিয়ে চলা - তাল মিলিয়ে চলা - সমানতালে থাকাRussian: не отставать - идти в ногуJapanese: ついていく - 遅れずについていくVietnamese: theo kịp - bắt kịpKorean: 따라가다 - 뒤처지지 않다Turkish: yetişmek - ayak uydurmakUrdu: ہم آہنگ رہنا - ساتھ دیناIndonesian: mengimbangi - tetap mengikuti
Example Sentences
It's hard to keep up in this fast class.
basic
Can you keep up with these changes?
basic
She walks so fast I can't keep up.
basic
If you want to keep up, you need to study every day.
natural
Technology moves so quickly—it's tough to keep up sometimes.
natural
You're doing great! Keep up the good work!
natural