fort|setzen
Translation
to continue, to resume, to carry on
Examples
Wir setzen die Diskussion morgen fort.
We will continue the discussion tomorrow.
Setzen Sie bitte Ihre Arbeit fort.
Please continue your work.
Der Roman wird im nächsten Heft fortgesetzt.
The novel will be continued in the next issue.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) fortsetzen to continue sth. We are continuing the conversation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: weitermachen, fortführen; Antonyms: aufhören, beenden
Etymology
From 'fort' (onward, forth) + 'setzen' (to set, to place). Literally 'to set forth' or 'to place onward'.
Memory Tips
Imagine setting down the next piece of a puzzle to 'continue' the picture. 'fort' (onward) + 'setzen' (set).