# 〜以上(は) (ijou wa)
〜以上(は) means "since" or "now that," indicating that given a certain situation, a consequence naturally follows.
## Usage
Often followed by expressions of obligation, determination, or natural consequence.
Since I made a promise, I must keep it.
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