JLPT N5

照常

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Character Breakdown

照

· to shine, to reflect, to illuminate

Radical: 灬 · 13strokes

常

· common, general, normal

Radical: 巾 · 11strokes

Usage of 照常

The adverb 照常 means "as usual" or "as normal" and is used to indicate that something continues without change despite circumstances. It often appears in formal or neutral contexts such as announcements, reports, or descriptions of routine events.

Common contexts

  • Describing events or activities continuing despite external factors (e.g., weather, holidays).
  • Emphasizing that routines or schedules remain unchanged.

Collocations and patterns

Notes

  • 照常 is more formal than simply saying "像平常一样" (like usual).
  • It is typically placed before verbs to modify the action.
  • Avoid confusing 照常 with 照顾 (to take care of) or 常常 (often). 照常 specifically stresses continuity without change.

Using 照常 helps speakers convey stability and normalcy in situations where change might be expected.

Example Sentences

Although it was raining outside, the meeting was held as usual.

During the holidays, the store operates as usual.

Despite encountering difficulties, he still completed the work as usual.