1.
continuously, without interruption
Indicates that a state or action continues without a break. Often used at the beginning of a sentence to signal that something ongoing will persist.
引き続きご注意ください。
Please continue to exercise caution.
引き続き調査を進めてまいります。
We will continue to carry out the investigation.
来年も引き続きよろしくお願いいたします。
We look forward to your continued support next year as well.
2.
subsequently, following that
Indicates that something will happen after the current event or situation. Common in formal announcements, business communication, and news.
引き続き、ニュースをお伝えします。
Next, we bring you the news.
開会式に引き続き、記念パーティーが行われた。
Following the opening ceremony, a commemorative party was held.
午前中の会議に引き続き、午後はワークショップが予定されている。
Following the morning meeting, a workshop is scheduled for the afternoon.
USAGE:
Used both as an adverb modifying a verb (sense 1) and as a conjunctive expression connecting two events (sense 2). In sense 2, the pattern is often Noun に引き続き (following Noun). Very common in formal and business contexts.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 引き続き〜する: to continue doing
- 〜に引き続き: following, subsequent to
- 引き続きよろしくお願いします: set phrase for continued support
REGISTER:
Slightly formal. Frequently heard in news broadcasts, business emails, and official announcements. In casual speech, そのまま or 続けて are more natural.