B2
insist vs persist
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| insistverb/ɪnˈsɪst/ | Meaning to say firmly that something must happen or is true, even when others disagree | Goes with insist on | Example My mother insisted on cooking for us, even though she was tired. |
| persistverb/pərˈsɪst/ | Meaning to continue to exist or happen, or to keep doing something despite difficulty or opposition | Goes with persist in | Example She persisted in her studies even though the course was very hard. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Vietnamese hosts often on paying for their guests.