to continue

HSK 7

Character Breakdown

Usage of (xù)

The character primarily means "to continue" or "to renew." It is commonly used in contexts such as renewing contracts, continuing stories, or referring to sequels in media.

Common Collocations

  • (xùyuē): to renew a contract or agreement.
  • (xùjí): sequel, especially in movies or books.
  • (xùxiě): to continue writing, often used for stories or articles.

Nuances and Usage Notes

often implies extending or carrying on something that has already started. When used with contracts or subscriptions, it means to renew or extend the validity period. In storytelling or media, it refers to continuing the narrative or producing sequels.

Be careful not to confuse with (xùmìng), which literally means "to prolong life" but is used metaphorically in some contexts.

is a formal and neutral term, suitable for both spoken and written Chinese.

Example Sentences

请帮我续一下这份合同。

Qǐng bāng wǒ xù yí xià zhè fèn hétong.

Please help me renew this contract.

电影续集比第一部更精彩。

Diànyǐng xùjí bǐ dì yī bù gèng jīngcǎi.

The movie sequel is more exciting than the first part.

他决定续写这本书的后续故事。

Tā juédìng xù xiě zhè běn shū de hòuxù gùshì.

He decided to continue writing the sequel to this book.