A その上 B JLPT N3 Neutral

Formation

A [sentence/clause] + その上 + B [sentence/clause]

Explanation

The grammar point A その上 B is used to connect two statements, where B is an additional piece of information, a suggestion or reason that is related to statement A. The expression can be translated as 'in addition to', 'besides', or 'furthermore'.

Example sentences

• 彼は頭が良い。その上、スポーツも得意だ。

  He is smart. In addition, he is also good at sports.

  Kare wa atama ga ii. Sono ue, supootsu mo tokui da.

• このカフェは雰囲気がいい。その上、料理も美味しい。

  This cafe has a nice atmosphere. Besides, the food is delicious.

  Kono kafe wa fun'iki ga ii. Sono ue, ryouri mo oishii.

• このアパートは駅に近い。その上、家賃も安い。

  This apartment is close to the station. Furthermore, the rent is also cheap.

  Kono apaato wa eki ni chikai. Sono ue, yachin mo yasui.

• 彼女は仕事ができる。その上、誰とでも仲良くなれる。

  She is competent at work. In addition, she can get along with anyone.

  Kanojo wa shigoto ga dekiru. Sono ue, dare to demo nakayoku nareru.

Addition (Besides / Moreover)

• A。おまけに B。 JLPT N2
• ～上に JLPT N2
• 文A。そのうえ 文B。 JLPT N4
• A。しかも B。 JLPT N2
• A。なおB。 JLPT N2