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JLPT N2 Grammar

以上に

N2Comparison

N2 · Comparison · noun/plain form + 以上に

Meaning

more than; beyond

Structure

noun/plain form + 以上に

Explanation

以上に means the degree exceeds the preceding item or expectation.

Usage

It is often used to compare reality with expectation.

Example

新しい仕事は思っていた以上に責任が重い。

The new job carries more responsibility than I expected.

Common Mistake

Do not confuse it with 以上は; 以上に compares degree.

Memory Tip

Beyond that line: 以上に.

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