| 词汇 | durative |
| 释义 | durative adjective language specializeduk /ˈdjʊə.rə.tɪv/ us /ˈdʊr.ə.t̬ɪv/ relating to a continuous action, especially to an aspect(= form) of a verb that expresses a continuous action: "While" clauses always describe relatively durative events. An action may be instant or durative. Related word duration These verbs usually denote a durative or repetitive action. Instantaneous actions take place at a point in time, while durative actions take place over a period of time. The imperfect tense in some languages expresses durative action. The act of dancing is inherently durative. In Old English, the simple present expressed a range of aspects, including both habitual and durative situations. Continue & last (it's) business as usualidiom bash on bubble away carry (something) on cease cont. echo immortally in the makingidiom insist on doing something isochronous protract protraction push ahead push on run on soldier span spin stretch You can also find related words, phrases, and synonyms in the topics: Linguistics: verb forms, tenses & types of verbs |
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