HomeGrammarJLPT N2〜の上では (〜no ue de wa)

〜の上では (〜no ue de wa)

JLPT N2

Explanation

Indicates 'on the basis of', 'in terms of', or 'from the standpoint of'.

Formation

Detailed explanation

The 〜の上では grammar point is used to show that you are expressing a view or making a judgment based on a specific standpoint or perspective. It can be translated as 'on the basis of', 'in terms of', or 'from the standpoint of'. The formation is straightforward, which involves attaching 〜の上では to a noun or a phrase.

Examples

Kouritsu no ue de wa, kono houhou ga saiteki desu.

In terms of efficiency, this method is the best.

Houritsu no ue de wa, kare no koui wa ihan dewa arimasen.

From a legal standpoint, his actions are not illegal.

Aji no ue de wa, kono resutoran wa hyouka ga takai desu.

In terms of taste, this restaurant has a high rating.

Seiseki no ue de wa, kare wa kurasu de ichiban yuushuu desu.

On the basis of grades, he is the most outstanding student in the class.

Practice

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