上向き
also: うえむき
Meanings
1
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
pointing upward; upturn; upward trend
Describes physical orientation facing up, or a positive trend in graphs, economies, or moods.
Antonyms: 下向き
This graph shows an upward trend.
Please put the label on the upward-facing side of the box.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉が上向きになるfor something (e.g. economy, mood) to turn upward/improve
The economy has finally started to turn upward.
- 上向きに〈動詞〉to do something facing upward
Please lie down with your face turned upward.
- 上向きの〈事〉an upward trend or tendency of something
Sales are showing an upward trend.