目上
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Base noun form. Refers to someone with higher social rank, age, or position. Often used in contexts like 『目上の人』 (meue no hito, 'superior person').
Theme
During a company training session, User and their senior colleague Tanaka are discussing proper etiquette when interacting with superiors.
目上
めうえ
person of higher status
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Think of 'me-ue' (目上) as 'me' (eye) looking 'ue' (up) at someone — you look up to a person of higher status! 'Eye up' → 目上 (meue, 'person of higher status').
Cultural Note
In Japanese society, respecting 『目上』 (meue, 'person of higher status') is crucial. This includes superiors at work, elders, and teachers. Using polite language (keigo) is expected when addressing them.
Forms
Base: 目上Base noun form. Refers to someone with higher social rank, age, or position. Often used in contexts like 『目上の人』 (meue no hito, 'superior person').