noun
one's background; one's circumstances; one's history
Refers to a person's personal history, social standing, or life situation, often in contexts like marriage, employment, or legal matters.
結婚する前に相手の身上を調べる。
They investigate the other person's background before getting married.
彼の身上
His circumstances are complicated, and he hesitates to talk about them.
noun
one's strong point; one's asset; one's merit
Used to describe a person's valuable quality, skill, or advantage, often in a positive evaluation.
彼の身上は粘り強さだ。
His strong point is his tenacity.
語学力が彼女の身上です。
Her language skills are her asset.