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Ijou: Since, As Long As (Formal)

Learn 以上 for "since one is in a position/state, one must act accordingly" — more formal than からには. This lesson combines form, context, examples, common mistakes, and practice so you can use the pattern in real communication.

12 minNihongo Hub Editorial TeamPublished 2026-06-06Updated 2026-06-06

Learning objectives

  • Lesson goals: Learn 以上 for "since one is in a position/state, one must act accordingly" — more formal than からには.
  • Form and connection: [Verb辞书形/た形/Nounである] 以上いじょう
  • Nuance in real use: This advanced pattern adds sophistication to your Japanese expression.

Form and connection

[Verb辞书形/た形/Nounである] 以上いじょう

Core Explanation

Learn 以上 for "since one is in a position/state, one must act accordingly" — more formal than からには.

Cultural Note

This advanced pattern adds sophistication to your Japanese expression.

Practical examples

Since you're going to do it, give it your all.
As a teacher, you should set an example.
As a student, you must follow the rules.

Common pitfalls

Build the base form before adding the pattern

Complete the required conjugation first. Do not keep polite and plain endings at the same time.

Match politeness to the situation

The examples are reliable starting points; relationships and context can still change the most natural wording.

Practice and answers

1. Write the connection formula for this lesson.
Show answer[Verb辞书形/た形/Nounである] 以上いじょう
2. Explain the meaning of the first example.
Show answerSince you're going to do it, give it your all.
3. Rewrite the final example using this lesson pattern.
Show answer学生がくせいである以上いじょう、規則きそくを守まもらなければならない。 ([Verb辞书形/た形/Nounである] 以上いじょう)

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