Continuará

Continuará is a Spanish phrase used to indicate that a story will continue, commonly appearing at the end of an episode, chapter, or segment. It functions as a narrative marker similar to “to be continued” in English, signaling that the plot will be resumed in a future installment.

Etymology and grammar: continuarse is formed from the verb continuar (to continue) with the future third-person singular ending, yielding “continuará.” The subject is usually implicit, referring to la historia, la serie, or el episodio. The phrase may appear in uppercase, with ellipsis, or as a brief title card.

Usage and context: Continuará is widely used in television, film, comics, and serialized web content, especially in cliffhangers. It is often shown on screen or in promotional material to build anticipation for the next installment. In subtitles or scripts, it may be translated as “To be continued.” Variants include “Continuará…” or contextual phrases such as “Continuará en el próximo capítulo.”

Cultural significance: The trope of Continuará has become a recognizable cue in Spanish-speaking media, signaling suspense and ongoing narratives. It can be used as a stylistic device, and the concept has permeated memes and fan discussions. Beyond its literal function, the phrase conveys the promise of future development and unresolved questions.

See also: To be continued, À suivre, Intermission. Continuará is used primarily in Spanish-language media, though the idea and function are understood in multilingual contexts as a marker of continued storytelling.