How to say "As" in Japanese

When translating "as" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 相変わらず and 思い通り. In Japanese, 相変わらず (あいかわらず (aikawarazu)) is typically associated with "as ever, as usual, still" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents Used when something or someone remains unchanged despite the passage of time or circumstances. It can be positive or negative.. On the other hand, 思い通り (おもいどおり (omoi-doori)) maps to "as one wishes; as one expected; according to one's thoughts" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents Often used with に to express 'doing something as one wishes' or 'things going as expected'. Can be positive or negative, depending on context. 「計画が思い通りに進む」. A literal translation of "as" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!