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照常 (zhàocháng) - use 照例 when emphasizing a customary rule or principle, whereas 照常 focuses on performing an action in the usual way without emphasizing the rule.
Be cautious about using 照例 in formal settings, as it may sound too casual in some contexts. It often collocates with verbs like '做' (to do) or '发生' (to happen), so ensure the surrounding context supports its usage. Remember to use the correct tones: zhào (4th tone) and lì (4th tone).
Although 照例 is not an official HSK word, it can be useful at HSK 4 and above when discussing routines and habits. Students should focus on understanding its usage in sentences and practicing common phrases that include it.
Learners often confuse 照例 with '照着' (zhàozhe), which means 'according to' or 'following'. For example, saying '我们照着例去做' (We do it as usual) is incorrect; the proper phrase should be '我们照例去做'.
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How to say as a rule in Chinese
“as a rule” in Chinese is照例
照例 means 'as a rule' or 'as usual', indicating that something is done in a typical or customary manner. It is often used to describe actions or events that follow a regular pattern, such as routines or traditions.
When to use 照例
Be cautious about using 照例 in formal settings, as it may sound too casual in some contexts. It often collocates with verbs like '做' (to do) or '发生' (to happen), so ensure the surrounding context supports its usage. Remember to use the correct tones: zhào (4th tone) and lì (4th tone).
照例 or something close to it
照常 (zhàocháng) - use 照例 when emphasizing a customary rule or principle, whereas 照常 focuses on performing an action in the usual way without emphasizing the rule.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 照例 with '照着' (zhàozhe), which means 'according to' or 'following'. For example, saying '我们照着例去做' (We do it as usual) is incorrect; the proper phrase should be '我们照例去做'.
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