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Adverb used to indicate a quantity or degree that is equal to or exceeds a specified amount. Often follows a number or noun, e.g., 『10人以上』 (jūnin ijō, '10 people or more').
Theme
In a study group, User and their classmate Akira are talking about their exam scores and study habits.
以上
いじょう
more than / or more
Core Language Building BlocksAdverbs & Connectors
Memory Hook
Imagine a sign that says 'more than 10 items' — you see 『以上』 (ijō, 'more than') and know it's the limit. 'I-jō' sounds like 'I go' beyond the limit!
Cultural Note
In Japanese, 『以上』 (ijō) is often used in formal contexts like announcements or rules to indicate a minimum threshold, such as 『18歳以上』 (jūhassai ijō, '18 years old or older').
Forms
Base: 以上Adverb used to indicate a quantity or degree that is equal to or exceeds a specified amount. Often follows a number or noun, e.g., 『10人以上』 (jūnin ijō, '10 people or more').