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上等
joutou
Description
「上等」は、品質がとてもいいときや、レベルが高いときに使う言葉です。
"上等" is a word used when the quality is very good or the level is high.
また、けんかで「上等だ!」と言うと、「やってやる!」という強い気持ちを表します。
Also, saying "上等だ!" in a fight expresses a strong feeling of "Bring it on!".
Meanings
上等joutou
of high quality; first-rate; excellent
これは上等なワインですね。
This is a fine wine.
上等joutou
good enough; more than satisfactory
これだけできれば上等だよ。
If you can do just this, it's excellent.
上等joutou
bring it on! (defiant challenge)
やるのか?上等だ!
You gonna do it? Fine!
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Notes
- Etymology
上 (upper) + 等 (grade/class), literally "high grade."
- Nuance
Sense 2 often means "that's plenty good," while the challenge use is rough and confrontational.
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