VocabJLPT N1
ascent
Nounの-AdjectivePrefixPlace

Definitions

  1. 1. ascent
  2. 2. climbing
  3. 3. up-train
  4. 4. upbound (esp. toward Tokyo)
This noun refers to going up or traveling in an upward direction, such as a train heading toward a major city like Tokyo. It is the opposite of the word for "downbound" travel and is commonly seen on train signs and schedules.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Hey, look — there's a shrine at the top of that hill!

Sentence 2

Honestly, I'm not sure how much further this uphill goes.

Sentence 3

Around the corner, a steep uphill stretch was waiting for us.

Sentence 4

How come I'm the only one carrying bags uphill?!

Sentence 5

"Let's take a photo once we're past the climb!" everyone cheered.