The Verb “bqa” — To Remain or Keep Doing

The verb bqa means to remain. When it is followed by a present-tense verb or an active participle, it can mean to keep doing something.

Examples

bqat kat-tsnnahum. — She kept waiting for them.

bqa kay-qllb f l-bir нtta 3ya. — He kept searching in the well until he became tired.

bqa kay-mši. — He kept going regularly.

bqa maši. — He continued on his way on one occasion.