JLPT N2 Formal

~ue wa

Expresses 'now that', 'since', or 'once'.

"Now that.../since (this is decided)" - similar to からには, implies a resulting commitment.

Formation

Explanation

The ~上は grammar point is used to express that since a certain condition or situation exists, a certain action or result follows. It can be translated as 'now that', 'since', or 'once' in English. The formation differs depending on whether it is used with a verb, い-adjective, な-adjective, or noun.

Example sentences

Conditional (If / Assuming That)