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GrammarJLPT N3

upon

Expression

Definitions

1. upon

This grammar pattern attaches to the dictionary or past tense form of a verb and means "in order to" or "when doing" something. It expresses that one action is a necessary step or condition before or during another action.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

Would it be alright if I asked some questions after reading the meeting materials?

Sentence 2

Are you saying that after actually looking at the data?

Sentence 3

After hearing what happened, she got angry and said, "That's awful!"

Sentence 4

Want to look in the mirror first before deciding which outfit suits you?

Sentence 5

Acknowledging his own weaknesses, he said, "I want to change."