Meaning trap
keep on
continue
To continue doing something, especially in a determined or repeated way.
phrasal verbB1common
Don't mix these meanings
Same phrase, different job.
continue
To continue doing something, especially in a determined or repeated way.
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
- Even though it was raining, they kept on playing football.daily life
- In my opinion, people should keep on learning new skills throughout their lives to stay competitive in the job market.IELTS speaking
Fix the pattern
Pattern: keep on + -ing verb
WrongHe kept on to walk.
RightHe kept on walking.
'Keep on' is followed by -ing, not 'to'.
Patternkeep on + -ing verb
Use it right
Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.
'Keep on + -ing' naturally means 'continue'; the long version is redundant.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
keep on + -inggoingtryingwalkingworking
Don't confuse it
Similar to 'carry on' or 'continue', but 'keep on' often suggests persistence or repetition.