〜の上では JLPT N2 Formal
〜no ue de wa
Indicates 'on the basis of', 'in terms of', or 'from the standpoint of'.
Formal "on the basis of/in terms of" - typically for a formal/technical criterion (e.g. "legally speaking").
Formation
Noun or Phrase + の上では
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.
Example sentences
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In terms of efficiency, this method is the best.
Kouritsu no ue de wa, kono houhou ga saiteki desu.
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From a legal standpoint, his actions are not illegal.
Houritsu no ue de wa, kare no koui wa ihan dewa arimasen.
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In terms of taste, this restaurant has a high rating.
Aji no ue de wa, kono resutoran wa hyouka ga takai desu.
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On the basis of grades, he is the most outstanding student in the class.
Seiseki no ue de wa, kare wa kurasu de ichiban yuushuu desu.