順調

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 順調 describes something progressing in the expected direction without major obstacles.
• Basic usage: It is used for an ongoing process going well, such as preparing a shop or healing from a wound.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Focus compared with 好調
  • 好調 focuses on a good condition or good results, while 順調 focuses on smooth progress. Their uses can overlap in contexts such as recovery, where both condition and progress matter.