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上面
shàngmiàn
Description
上面是一个方位词，表示比某个东西更高的位置，也可以指前面说过的内容。
"上面" is a positional word indicating a higher place than something else, or it can refer to previously mentioned content.
我们常说“桌子上面”或者“上面写着”。
We often say "桌子上面" (on the table) or "上面写着" (written above).
Meanings
上面shàngmiàn
the top; above; on the surface of
书就在桌子上面。
The book is on the table.
上面shàngmiàn
the part mentioned earlier (in text/speech)
上面说的都很重要。
Everything mentioned above is important.
上面shàngmiàn
higher authorities; superiors
这是上面的决定。
This is the decision from above.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
上 (up/above) + 面 (side/surface), a common location word.
- Nuance
上面 and 上边 are interchangeable; 上面 is slightly more common in writing.
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