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うえで

ue de

What does "うえで" mean in English?

after doing something

宿題を終わらせてから、映画を見るつもりです。

I plan to watch a movie after finishing my homework.


How to use "うえで" correctly: definitions and examples in English?

formalinformal

A particle used to indicate that one action is done before another, similar to 'after' or 'upon' in English.

食事を終えてから、出かけます。

I will leave after finishing my meal.

その書類にサインしてください。

Please sign the document after reviewing it.

This particle is often used to show a sequence of actions or conditions.

Collocations

終わってうえでafter finishing確認してうえでafter confirming

Synonyms

後にのちに

Antonyms

前に

Related Phrases

うえはphrase
since
うえでこそphrase
only after

Pro Tip

Usage in Formal Contexts

In formal writing or professional settings, 'うえで' is commonly used to describe procedural steps or conditions.

Gold Rule

Sequence of Actions

Always use 'うえで' when describing an action that must be completed before another action can take place.

Word Origin

Derived from the noun '上' (ue, meaning 'above' or 'on top'), this particle evolved to indicate a sequence of actions.

Usage Notes

This particle is often used in formal and informal contexts to describe a logical sequence of events. It can also imply a condition that must be met before proceeding.

Word Breakdown

うえ
above, on top
root
+
で
indicates a condition or means
particle
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