Meaning

Primary

Boss

Alternative

Superior

Word Type

noun

Explanation

The director who is above you is your boss or superior.

Reading

じょうし
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Common Word Combinations

  • 自分の上司

    one's superior

    当時の上司

    one's superior at the time

    会社の上司

    one's superior at a company

Context Sentences

彼は私の上司です。

He is my boss.

今日は上司とのミーティングがあります。

I have a meeting with my boss today.

まずは上司にアドバイスを聞いてみるのはどうですか。

How about asking your boss for advice first?

Kanji Composition