〜以上は ijou wa
〜以上は(ijou wa)means “now that; since (it is a fact that)”. Marks an established fact or commitment as the basis for what naturally or necessarily follows. Formation: V(普通形) + 以上(は) / ナA + である以上(は) / N + である以上(は)
now that; since (it is a fact that)
N2Formation
V(普通形) + 以上(は) / ナA + である以上(は) / N + である以上(は)
Explanation
Marks an established fact or commitment as the basis for what naturally or necessarily follows. The second clause usually states a duty, resolve, or logical consequence (must, should, of course).
Examples
Note
は is often droppable. Nouns and na-adjectives take である before 以上. Close to 〜からには.
FAQ
〜以上は — what does it mean and how is it used?
now that; since (it is a fact that). Marks an established fact or commitment as the basis for what naturally or necessarily follows. The second clause usually states a duty, resolve, or logical consequence (must, should, of course).
〜以上は — how do you form it?
V(普通形) + 以上(は) / ナA + である以上(は) / N + である以上(は)
〜以上は — any usage notes?
は is often droppable. Nouns and na-adjectives take である before 以上. Close to 〜からには.