按照 (ànzhào) — according to
HSK 3 | preposition | in accordance with, following a rule, method, or standard
按照 (ànzhào)
按照 means in accordance with or following a specific rule, plan, order, or standard. It describes compliance or conformity with an established guideline.
Meanings
- [preposition] According to; in accordance with; following; as per.
Example Sentences
请按照老师的要求完成作业。 Qǐng ànzhào lǎoshī de yāoqiú wánchéng zuòyè. Please complete the homework according to the teacher's requirements.
按照规定，上课不能用手机。 Ànzhào guīdìng, shàngkè bù néng yòng shǒujī. According to the rules, phones cannot be used in class.
他按照计划完成了所有的工作。 Tā ànzhào jìhuà wánchéng le suǒyǒu de gōngzuò. He completed all the work according to the plan.
请按照顺序回答问题。 Qǐng ànzhào shùnxù huídá wèntí. Please answer the questions in order.
Collocations
| Collocation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 按照规定 | according to the rules |
| 按照计划 | according to the plan |
| 按照要求 | as required |
| 按照顺序 | in the correct order |
| 按照步骤 | step by step |
Memory Hook
按 means "to press down" (hand 扌 pressing). 照 means "to shine on / follow." Press down firmly and follow the light — strict compliance with what is illuminated.