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いぜんとして (izen to shite)
依然として

still, as before, as ever

💡 Nuance & Usage: An adverbial phrase, meaning that a situation or condition remains unchanged from a previous state, despite expectations or passage of time. Often used to emphasize continuity.

📝 Example Sentences

状況は依然として改善されていない。
The situation has still not improved.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "依然として"!

数年経ったが、彼の態度は_______変わっていない。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 時間が経っても状況が変わらないことを「依然として」と言います。
English: 「依然として」 (izen to shite) means that a situation remains unchanged despite the passage of time, making it suitable for 'still not changed'.
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