Meaning & usage
その上 is a conjunctive expression meaning "on top of that" or "moreover." It links two sentences or clauses, adding a further point to what was just said, often something that makes the situation even more so. It typically follows a complete clause or sentence and can also appear as なおその上 for emphasis.
Example sentences 8
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私のボーイフレンドは頭がよくてハンサム、その上優しい。
My boyfriend is smart, handsome, and friendly too.
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暗くなりかけてきた、その上悪い事には、雨が降り出した。
It was getting dark, and, what made matters worse, it began to rain.
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彼は私達に着物をくれ、なおその上にお金もくれた。
He gave us clothes, and money as well.
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道はどろんこであった。その上悪いことには雨が降りだした。
The road was quite muddy, and, what is worse, it began to rain.
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その女性は悲しげで、その上疲れているようだった。
The lady looked sad, also tired.
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彼は英語が話せるし、その上フランス語も話せる。
He can speak English, and French as well.
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その上更に悪いことには、彼女の夫が亡くなった。
To make matters worse, her husband died.
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これは役に立つ本だし、その上、値段も高くない。
This is a useful book and, what is more, it is not expensive.