Let's get a general understanding: "continue to do something" emphasizes continuing to do an action or something; "Insist on doing one thing" emphasizes the persistence and persistence of action, which means continuing to do one thing. The difference between them lies in the different emphasis on the continuity of action.
Let's look at another table for comparison. Go on doing sth, go on doing sth:
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Take another look? Keep doing something, keep doing something? What's the specific difference? Let's take our time, okay? Difference 1: Grammatical form-"keep do sth" uses the infinitive of the verb, which is the prototype of the verb.
"Continue to do sth" is an infinitive verb with the preposition "on".
▲ Example:
1. Even though her voice is hoarse, she still insists on singing. )
He has been talking about his trip. He has been talking about his trip. )
Difference 2: tone and frequency-"keep doing something" usually refers to continuing an action or state, emphasizing the continuation of the action or state.
-"Continue to do something" emphasizes repeating or frequently performing an action, which can be understood as "continue to do something".
▲ Example:
1. Keep practicing guitar and improve your skills. )
He complains about the same thing every day. )
Difference 3: sense of language and tone-"insist on doing something" gives people a natural and smooth feeling and is used to describe routine or habitual behavior.
-"Insist on doing something" often has a tone of persistence or determination, which is used to emphasize persistence in doing something or facing difficulties.
▲ Example:
1. No matter what happens, she keeps smiling. No matter what happens, she keeps smiling. )
Despite the challenges, they still want to fight for their dreams. Despite the challenges, they persisted in fighting for their dreams. )
Difference 4: Oral habits-"Keep doing something" is more common in English and can be used in formal and informal situations.
-"keep on do this" is also common in spoken language, but it is a little informal and more common in spoken conversation.
▲ Example:
1. Please take care of your belongings on the bus. Please ensure the safety of your belongings when you take the bus. )
Keep working hard and you will succeed. Keep trying and you will succeed in the end. )