No. 2,596 in Japanese
従来
"従来" means "up to now" or "traditional."
In a sentence
この製品は従来のモデルよりも軽量化されました。
This product has been made lighter than the previous models.
Indicates a comparison with traditional or previously existing models.
従来の方法に比べて、これはより効率的です。
Compared to traditional methods, this is more efficient.
Contrasts the current method with conventional methods.
従来、ここでは冬になるとよく雪が降ったものです。
Traditionally, it used to snow frequently here during the winter.
Describes customary or long-established seasonal weather patterns.
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