keep going

/kiːp ˈɡoʊ.ɪŋ/

Meaning

This expression means to continue moving forward or to continue doing an action without stopping. In travel contexts, it tells someone to continue along their current path. It can also be used as a warm phrase of encouragement to motivate someone to not give up.

Examples

  • Keep going past the supermarket, and you'll see the cinema.

    Keep going past the supermarket, and you'll see the cinema.

  • You are doing great, just keep going!

    You are doing great, just keep going!

  • Keep going straight until you hit the main highway.

    Keep going straight until you hit the main highway.

  • If we keep going this way, we will reach the beach soon.

    If we keep going this way, we will reach the beach soon.

  • Don't stop here; keep going until the end of the street.

    Don't stop here; keep going until the end of the street.

Common Mistakes

  • ✗ Keep to go until you see the sign.

    ✓ Keep going until you see the sign.

    The verb 'keep' is followed by a gerund (verb-ing), not an infinitive (to + verb).

  • ✗ Please keep to going.

    ✓ Please keep going.

    Do not add the preposition 'to' between 'keep' and the '-ing' verb.

Related Expressions

keep movingcontinue on carry on

Practice

  • Pass the museum and ___ until you reach the bridge.

    💡 Continue walking or driving without stopping.

    Show answer

    keep going

  • You are almost at the top of the hill, ___!

    💡 Don't stop now, continue your effort.

    Show answer

    keep going