Translation of Japanese word "相変わらず" to English
相変わらず
あいかわらず
[aikawarazu]
IPA: /aikawa(r)a(r)zu(r)a/
Meaning
VerbAs is usually the case.
How to use
相変わらず (aikawarazu) — 'as usual / same as ever / still'. 相変わらず元気だ — still doing great as usual. 相変わらずの忙しさ — same busy life as ever.
🇬🇧 English
as usual / same as ever
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 相変わらず
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): あいかわらず
Romaji Transcription: aikawarazu
Example Sentences
彼は相変わらず仕事を頑張っています。
かれはあいかわらずしごとをがんばっています。
He continues to work hard as usual.
彼女は相変わらず笑顔でいました。
かのじょはあいかわらずえがおでいました。
She continued to smile as usual.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "相変わらず" mean?▼
The Japanese word "相変わらず" means "as usual / same as ever" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "相変わらず"?▼
The word "相変わらず" is read as "あいかわらず" (aikawarazu). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Refers to something that continues as usual or hasn't changed.".
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