What is the difference between “比照” and “比较”？ I started learning Chinese not too long ago but have come across these expressions (比照 and 比较) when comparing things. I am confused as to whether I'm using it correctly. Would anyone be able to help tell me what situations to use which term?
In oral, we all say "比较". 比照 is seldom used in oral. They are almost equal. You'd better learn sentences first. Examples:
通过比较/比照，旧手机更好用。

那款手机比较漂亮。You can't use 比照 here. Here, 比较 means more or pretty.