Meaning

Primary

Above Mentioned

Alternative

The Above Mentioned

Word Type

の adjective, verbal noun

Explanation

Above mentions are above mentioned. Look above to see where I mentioned it, okay?

Note that 上述 is a word commonly used in formal writing such as reports, academic papers, or business documents.

Reading

じょうじゅつ
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Context Sentences

上述の理由から、私は今回のプロジェクトには参加しないことに決めました。

For the reasons mentioned above, I have decided not to participate in this project.

上述の問題を解決するために、私たちが考えた新しいプランを下記に示します。

To solve the aforementioned problem, we present below the new plan that we have come up with.

上述のように、雇用者、従業員のどちらも、いついかなる理由においても契約を終了することができる。

As stated above, both employees and employers can terminate an employment contract at any time for any reason.

Kanji Composition