Meaning and Usage
"依旧" means "as before" or "still the same" and is used to describe a situation or state that remains unchanged over time. It often emphasizes continuity despite changes or the passage of time.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see "依旧" in descriptions of emotions, weather, attitudes, or conditions that persist. It is often used in both spoken and written Chinese to highlight that something has not changed.
Collocations and Patterns
- 依旧 + adjective/verb: to indicate that the adjective or verb state remains unchanged (e.g., 依旧冷, 依旧坚持)
- 依旧 + 很 + adjective: emphasizing the degree of the unchanged state
Nuances
"依旧" carries a slightly formal tone and is more common in literary or descriptive contexts than casual speech. It differs from "还是" which can also mean "still" but is more neutral and common in everyday conversation.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse "依旧" with "依靠" (to rely on) despite sharing the character "依". "依旧" focuses on the unchanged state, not dependence.