上边
Basic Meaning
n
A spatial location word (方位词). 常与 '在'、'往'、'从' 等词连用，表示位置或方向。
above; on top; higher position.
方位词，上面。
Words:
看上边上边儿这上边
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Sentences:
- 灯挂在屋顶的上边。The light is hanging on top of the ceiling.
- 请看上边的图片。Please look at the picture above.
n
Refers to the outer layer or top face of a physical item. 如：'书的'上边'，'桌子的'上边'。
the surface (of an object).
物体的表面。
Synonyms:
上方
Antonyms:
下方下部
Sentences:
- 桌子的上边放着一本书。There's a book placed on the surface of the table.
- 这个蛋糕的上边有很多奶油。There is a lot of cream on the surface of this cake.
n
An informal or colloquial way to refer to someone in a higher position (e.g., bosses, leaders). 通常用于口语和非正式场合。
upper level; superiors; higher authority (figurative).
借指上级；上司。
Synonyms:
上司上级领导
Antonyms:
下级
Sentences:
- 这是上边的决定，我们只能遵守。This is the decision from the higher-ups; we can only comply.
- 文件需要交给上边的领导签字。The document needs to be handed to the superior leader for signing.