Usage of 接连
The adverb 接连 is used to describe events or actions happening continuously or consecutively without interruption. It often emphasizes a sequence of occurrences over a short period.
Common contexts
接连 is frequently used with verbs related to actions or events such as 加班 (work overtime), 得分 (score points), or 下雨 (rain). It highlights the persistence or repetition of these actions.
Collocations
- 接连几天: several days on end, emphasizing duration
- 接连不断: continuously without stopping, stressing unbroken sequence
- 接连发生: happen one after another, focusing on events
Nuances
Using 接连 implies a sense of continuity that may cause fatigue, surprise, or notable impact. It is more formal and descriptive than simply saying 连续.
Common confusion
接连 vs 连续: 接连 often stresses consecutive occurrences with a slight nuance of immediacy or impact, while 连续 is more neutral and can be used for longer or more formal sequences.