〜上は

Formation

N2ConditionalFormal/StiffBusiness
Verb
上は

Meaning

Indicates a strong determination or natural consequence because a certain situation has been decided or become a reality. A formal expression often used for resolve.

Note

Reading: うえは. A stiff, formal expression expressing strong resolve or a sense of duty.

Examples

やると決めた上は、最後まで頑張る。

Now that I've decided to do it, I will do my best until the end.

契約を結んだ上は、条件を守らなければならない。

Now that the contract has been signed, the conditions must be observed.

事実が明らかになった上は、隠し通すことはできない。

Now that the facts have come to light, they can no longer be hidden.

この仕事を引き受ける上は、全身全霊で取り組む覚悟だ。

Since I am taking on this job, I am prepared to put my heart and soul into it.

彼と結婚する上は、どんな苦労も共にするつもりだ。

Since I am marrying him, I intend to share whatever hardships may come.

プロとして仕事を引き受けた上は、絶対に妥協はしない。

Now that I have taken on the job as a professional, I will never compromise.

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