From root: tuloy
Usage Note
Patuloy describes something that is ongoing or does not stop. It can be used as an adjective like in patuloy na ulan (continuous rain).
Examples
" Patuloy ang pag-ulan kahapon. "
Natural Translation
The rain was continuous yesterday.
Literal Translation
Continuous the raining yesterday.
" Patuloy ang ulan sa labas. "
Natural Translation
The rain is continuous outside.
Literal Translation
Continuous the rain at outside.
" Sa kabila ng pagod, patuloy pa rin siyang nag-aaral upang makamit ang pangarap niyang magtapos sa kolehiyo. "
Natural Translation
Despite being tired, she still continues studying to achieve her dream of finishing college.
Literal Translation
Despite of tiredness, continuous still she studying to attain the dream her to-finish at college.
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