～上で JLPT N2 Neutral
〜ue de
Used to express that something is done after or on the basis of something else; 'after', 'upon'.
"After doing X, on that basis" - the next step builds on the first.
Formation
Verb-ますstem + 上で, Noun + の上で
Explanation
The ～上で grammar point is used to indicate that an action or decision is made after another action or condition, or based on certain information. It can be translated as 'after doing something' or 'on the basis of...'.
Example sentences
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Let's draw a conclusion after conducting the investigation.
Chousa wo okonatta ue de, ketsuron wo dashimashou.
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I will decide whether to continue my studies after finishing my job hunting.
Shuushoku katsudou wo oeta ue de, shingaku suru ka dou ka kimemasu.
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I'll think about whether to buy these clothes after trying them on.
Shichaku shita ue de, kono fuku wo kau ka dou ka kangaemasu.
経験者の意見を聞いた上で、プロジェクトの方向性を決定しましょう。
Let's decide the direction of the project after listening to those with experience.
Keiken sha no iken wo kiita ue de, purojekuto no houkousei wo kettei shimashou.