上【かみ】
Frequency rank: 162.
- upper reaches (of a river); upper streamantonym: 下【しも】
- top; upper part; upper half (of the body)
- long ago
- beginning; first
- person of high rank (e.g. the emperor)honorific or respectful (sonkeigo) languagesee also 御上
- government; imperial court
- imperial capital (i.e. Kyoto); capital region (i.e. Kansai); region (or direction of) the imperial palacesee also 上方【かみがた】
- head (of a table)
- wife; mistress (of a restaurant)honorific or respectful (sonkeigo) language
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
Forms
- 上【かみ】Frequency rank: 162.
- かみFrequency rank: 17,374. – 17,435.
Generated definitions (experimental)
- upper reaches (of a river); upper stream
- top; upper part; upper half (of the body)
- long ago
- beginning; first
- person of high rank (e.g. the emperor)
- government; imperial court
- imperial capital (i.e. Kyoto); capital region (i.e. Kansai); region (or direction of) the imperial palace
- head (of a table)
- wife; mistress (of a restaurant)
This meaning refers to the section of a river that is closer to its source, typically characterized by faster flows and a narrower width.
The upper reaches of the river are known for their beautiful scenery.
This meaning indicates the upper section of an object or body, often used to describe locations or physical features.
I go to the gym to train my upper body.
Used to refer to a time that is far in the past, often evoking a sense of nostalgia or historical context.
This meaning signifies the initial point in time or sequence, often used to denote origins or precedents.
Refers to an individual who holds a high position, often in terms of social status or governance, typically associated with authority.
A person of high rank influences the policies of the nation.
This meaning indicates the governing body or institution of a country, particularly one associated with monarchy or imperial rule.
She works in the government.
This meaning refers to the historical or current capital city, often significant for its cultural and political heritage.
Used to denote the seat of honor or highest position at a gathering, such as a meeting or meal.
This meaning can refer to a spouse or a key female figure associated with a business, particularly in hospitality settings.
Generated collocations (experimental)
じょうりゅう上流upper reaches (of a river)じょうはんしん上半身upper part of the bodyうえ上のほう方person of high rankうえをむく上を向くto look upじょうぼん上品elegance; refinementじょうし上司superior (in work); bossじょうきょう上京するto go to the capital (Kyoto)じょうい上位upper rank; higher positionじょうげかんけい上下関係hierarchical relationshipじょうず上手にやるto do something skillfullyじょうき上記のとおり通りas mentioned aboveあげる上げるto raise; to elevate (also used in various contexts)じょうりゅうしゃかい上流社会upper class societyじょうきゅうしゃ上級者advanced user; expertとくじょう特上superior quality (often used for sushi or food)ながい長いうえ上でin the long termつま妻をあげる上げるto uplift one's wife; to consider one's wife highly