順調

• Reading: じゅんちょう
• Romaji: junchou
• Kanji breakdown: 順 (jun) — order, sequence; 調 (chou) — tone, condition
• Pronunciation: /d͡ʑɯɴ.t͡ɕoː/

Meaning

Smooth; favourable; going well. Describes progress without obstacles.

A na-adjective often used adverbially with に (順調に進む, to proceed smoothly). Common in work updates, health reports, and project status discussions. Conveys that things are on track and meeting expectations without problems.

Examples

1. プロジェクトは順調に進んでいます。 The project is progressing smoothly.
2. 手術後の回復は順調だと医者に言われた。 The doctor said my recovery after surgery is going well.
3. 今のところ計画は順調だ。 So far, the plan is on track.

Usage Guide

Context: work, health, progress reports

Tone: positive

Origin & History

Sino-Japanese compound of 順 (jun, order/obedience) and 調 (chou, tone/condition). Together they express the idea of things flowing in proper order — a harmonious state of affairs.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal