This is the 4758th most frequent Japanese word.
案の定
As expected; just as anticipated.
The expression '案の定' signifies 'as expected', reflecting an anticipated outcome.
案の定、雨が降り始めました。
As expected, it started to rain.
'案の定' emphasizes the predictability of an event, often in a slightly critical context.
彼が遅刻する案の定ね。
As I thought, he's late again.
'案の定' is used to stress the realization of an anticipated difficulty or issue.