Kanji 続 continue, series, sequel Related words 続つづ き 続き is a common noun meaning 'continuation' or 'sequel', while 続き合い specifically refers to a continuing relationship, especially a family tie.
付つ き 合あ い 付き合い is a common word for social association or keeping company, whereas 続き合い is rarer and emphasizes a lasting, often familial, connection.
Written forms 続つづ き 合あ い
Standard kanji spelling for this noun.
続つづ き 間あい Usage 100%
Rare variant spelling; may be confused with 続き間 (つづきま , adjoining rooms).
続つづき 合あ い
Variant spelling with the same reading; less common than 続き合い .
Etymology Compound of 続き (continuation) + 合い (mutual), literally 'continuing together'. The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the spelling is conventionally associated with the meaning of a lasting relationship.
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