- joui superior (in rank), top, ranking; higher order (e.g. byte); host computer (of connected device)
Used in technical, business, or academic contexts to indicate higher rank, position, or precedence, often in contrast to '下位' (lower rank).
彼は社内で上位の地位にいる。
Kare wa shanai de joui no chii ni iru.
He holds a superior position within the company.
このデータは上位のシステムから送られてきた。
Kono deeta wa joui no shisutemu kara okurarete kita.
This data was sent from the host system.
⚖️ Often confused with '上級' (advanced level), but '上位' focuses on hierarchy or precedence, not skill level.
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