This means "in addition to A, also B." You use it to add more information. The new information often makes the situation even better or even worse.
Verb [dictionary form] + 上にPrimary
Verb [た-form] + 上に
い-Adjective + 上に
な-Adjective + な + 上に
Noun + の + 上に
This means "in addition to A, also B." You use it to add more information. The new information often makes the situation even better or even worse.
このレストランは料理が美味しい上に、値段も安い。
This restaurant's food is delicious, and on top of that, the prices are cheap.
寝坊した上に、電車に乗り遅れてしまって、最悪の一日だった。
On top of oversleeping, I missed the train; it was the worst day.
彼は勉強しない上に、先生に対して態度も悪い。
He doesn't study, and on top of that, his attitude towards the teacher is bad.
この部屋は静かな上に、景色もきれいです。
This room is quiet, and what's more, the view is beautiful.
昨日は具合が悪い上に仕事もたくさんあって、本当に大変でした。
Yesterday, on top of feeling unwell, I had a lot of work, so it was really tough.
This phrase is like wearing a suit. It is good for writing or formal talking. For everyday chat, it can feel a bit stiff. People often use easier words like 'し' or 'それに' instead.
This is like 'bakari ka'. But 'ue ni' just adds another fact. 'Bakari ka' means the second fact is surprising. It is more than you would expect. For example, 'He can read kanji and write them'. 'Bakari ka' shows that writing is impressive.
Don't use this when the two things are opposites. For example, don't say "This food is good and also bad." The two things must be similar.
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