fortwährend

continuous; constant; perpetual

English translations

  1. 01

    continuously

Word details

German meaning
Andauernd, ohne Unterbrechung.
English meaning
Continuous
Synonym
ständig, dauernd
German example
Der Regen fiel fortwährend den ganzen Tag.
English example
The rain fell continuously all day.

Example sentences with “fortwährend”

  1. Es gab ein fortwährendes Rauschen im Hintergrund. (There was a continuous noise in the background.)

Frequently asked questions

Is 'fortwährend' a synonym for 'ständig'?

Yes, they are synonyms. 'Fortwährend' carries a slightly more formal, literary tone compared to the common 'ständig' or 'dauernd'.