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JLPT N2

紙上

On paper: either literally in print or figuratively in theory.

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1 Noun

"In Print" / "In Writing"

Indicates that a discussion, announcement, or event takes place within the pages of a newspaper or magazine.

Example

その 事件 は 紙上 で 大きく 取り上げられた 。

That incident was covered extensively in the papers.

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2 Noun

"On Paper" / "In Theory"

Describes calculations, plans, or scenarios that exist strictly as written figures rather than physical reality.

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On paper: either literally in print or figuratively in theory.
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