JLPT N3 Intermediate
上げ
A rise, increase, or lift.
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上げる to raise; source of `上げ`
揚げる to deep-fry; source of `揚げ`
1 Noun, Noun Suffix
An Increase / A Rise
Represents an upward shift in quantity, quality, or degree, often serving as a suffix for economic or functional terms.
Example
最近 、 ガソリン の 値上げ が ひどい です ね 。
The recent price hikes for gasoline are terrible, aren't they?
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2 Noun
A Hem / A Tuck (in clothing)
A section of fabric folded over and sewn to shorten a garment, primarily used in tailoring and alterations.
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3 Noun, Noun Suffix
Fried Food / Frying
A suffix or noun denoting deep-fried food, traditionally distinguished by a different kanji character.
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