Cool MateMeaning of Go on
In simple words: to continue doing something
Go on in a sentence
- Please go on with your story.
- Don't go on talking; let someone else speak.
- She decided to go on studying for her exams.
How to use Go on
Used in both spoken and written English. Avoid in very formal contexts. Common in informal conversations.
Grammar pattern
go on + gerund (verb + -ing)
Memory hint
Imagine a person on a path saying 'Go on!' to continue walking.
Related words
Collocations with Go on
- go on talking
- go on with life
- go on a trip
- go on a mission
- go on stage
Common mistakes with Go on
- Using 'go on' with a direct object incorrectly.
- Confusing with 'go on with' — which has a different meaning.
- Incorrect use of verb forms after 'go on.'
Go on appears in
Go on in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
استمر
أن تستمر في فعل شيء ما
- Bengaliবাংলা
চালিয়ে যাওয়া
কিছু করা চালিয়ে যাওয়া
- GermanDeutsch
Weitermachen
etwas weiter tun
- SpanishEspañol
Continuar
seguir haciendo algo
- Persianفارسی
ادامه دادن
ادامه دادن کاری
- FrenchFrançais
Continuer
continuer à faire quelque chose
- Hindiहिन्दी
आगे बढ़ना, जारी रखना
कुछ करते रहना।
- ItalianItaliano
Continuare
continuare a fare qualcosa
- PortuguesePortuguês
Continuar
continuar fazendo alguma coisa
- RussianРусский
Продолжать
продолжать что-то делать
- Urduاردو
جاری رہنا، جاری رکھنا
کچھ کرتے رہنا
- Chinese中文
继续
继续做某事
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Frequently asked questions about Go on
What does Go on mean?
to continue doing something
What is the definition of Go on?
To continue or proceed with an action or activity.
How do you use Go on in a sentence?
Please go on with your story.
Can you give another example of Go on?
Don't go on talking; let someone else speak.
What are synonyms for Go on?
Common alternatives include continue, proceed, carry on, persist, keep on.
What is the opposite of Go on?
Opposite meanings include stop, cease, halt.
What words go with Go on?
It commonly pairs with go on talking, go on with life, go on a trip, go on a mission, go on stage.
What are common mistakes when using Go on?
Using 'go on' with a direct object incorrectly. Confusing with 'go on with' — which has a different meaning. Incorrect use of verb forms after 'go on.'
How do you pronounce Go on?
US: //ɡoʊ ɑn//, UK: //ɡəʊ ɒn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Go on?
Used in both spoken and written English. Avoid in very formal contexts. Common in informal conversations.