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JLPT N2 Grammar

以上は

N2Cause / Reason

N2 · Cause / Reason · plain form + 以上は

Meaning

now that; since

Structure

plain form + 以上は

Explanation

以上は means now that the preceding fact is true, the following responsibility or result should follow.

Usage

It is formal and close to からには.

Example

契約した以上は、条件を守らなければなりません。

Now that you have signed the contract, you must follow the terms.

Common Mistake

Do not confuse it with numerical 以上 meaning “or more.”

Memory Tip

Once the fact stands, the responsibility follows.

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