staying
- 01 A1 Beginner
v.spending time in a place or not leaving.
v.the continuous aspect of remaining in a specific location or position.
Simple“We are staying at a small hotel near the beach this week.”
In context“While staying in the capital, the delegation visited several historical sites to better understand the local culture.”
UsageOften used with the preposition 'at' for buildings or 'in' for cities.
- 02 B1 Intermediate
v.continuing to be in a certain condition, like being healthy or calm.
v.maintaining a specific state, condition, or quality over a period of time.
Simple“Staying healthy requires regular exercise and a good diet.”
In context“Staying competitive in the modern market requires constant innovation and a willingness to adapt to new technologies.”
UsageOften followed by an adjective describing the state.
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.the act of visiting or living in a place for a short time.
n.the act of spending a period of time in a place as a guest or visitor.
Simple“The guest thanked the host for the wonderful staying at their home.”
In context“The prolonged staying of the troops in the border region caused significant diplomatic tension between the two nations.”
UsageLess common than the noun 'stay'; often replaced by 'stay' in modern English.