na-adjective
continuous; sustained; sustainable; durable; persistent
Describes something that continues over a long period without interruption or with steady effort. Often used in formal, business, or environmental contexts.
持続的な成長を目指しています。
We aim for sustained growth.
この素材は持続的な使用に耐えられます。
This material can withstand continuous use.
Both mean 'continuous', but 継続的 emphasizes an unbroken chain or succession, while 持続的 focuses on lasting endurance or sustainability.
Formed from 持続 (continuation) + 的 (suffix forming adjectival nouns).