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Learn JLPT N2 Grammar: 上は (ue wa)
Meaning: now that; since; as long as ~
How to use:
Verb (dictionary form) + 上は
Verb (た form) + 上は
Example sentences:
1. プロ選手になると決めた上は、苦しくても頑張らなければならない。
puro senshu ni naru to kimeta ue wa, kurushiku temo ganbaranakereba naranai.
Since you’ve decided to become a professional athlete, even if things get tough you have to always do your best.
2. 日本に来た上は日本語をマスターして帰りたい。
nihon ni kita ue wa nihongo o masutaa shite kaeritai.
Now that I’ve come to Japan, I want to master Japanese and return.
3. 約束した上は、どんなことがあっても守ります。
yakusoku shita ue wa, donna koto ga atte mo mamorimasu.
Since I’ve made a promise, I will keep it no matter what happens.
4. 彼は仕事を引き受けた上はいつも全力を尽くします。
kare wa shigoto o hikiuketa ue wa itsumo zenryoku o tsukushimasu.
He always does his best after taking a job.
