검색
to keep on
[phrase form: keep]
01
계속하다, 계속되다
to continue an action or state without interruption
Transitive: to keep on doing sth
Example
The music kept on playing throughout the evening.
Despite the setbacks, she decided to keep on chasing her goals.
He asked if we could keep on discussing the project until it's resolved.
02
to continue employing someone
Transitive: to keep on an employee
Example
The company decided to keep on their most experienced employees during the restructuring.
They offered to keep him on as a consultant after his retirement.
Despite the economic challenges, the small business aims to keep on their loyal staff.
03
to continue renting a house, apartment, or other property
Transitive: to keep on a property
Example
We're planning to keep the house on over the summer so we can enjoy the vacation season.
Despite the move, they decided to keep the apartment on for a few more months.
The landlord allowed us to keep the office space on a month-to-month lease.
04
계속 이야기하다, 끊임없이 말하다
to persistently talk to a person about something or someone, often in an annoying manner
Intransitive: to keep on at sb | to keep on about sth
Example
She wo n't stop keeping on about her new car; it's becoming tiresome.
He said he'd fix the leaky faucet, but she kept on at him until he did.
I know I need to study, but there's no need to keep on at me; I'll get to it when I'm ready.
