upper in French
upper in French is supérieur, empeigne — upper means positioned higher, in rank, level, or physical location, than something else.
upper in French
supérieur
At a higher level, rank or position.
empeigne
(shoemaking) The piece of leather, etc., that forms the top part of a shoe above the sole.
What does "upper" mean?
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adj Positioned higher, in rank, level, or physical location, than something else.
"She lives on the upper floor of the building."
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noun The top part of a shoe, covering the foot above the sole.
"The boot's leather upper had started to crack."
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noun Informal: a stimulant drug, or anything that makes someone feel more energetic or cheerful.
"The comedy show was a real upper after a stressful week."
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upper in a sentence
- She lives on the upper floor of the building.
- He was promoted to the upper management team.
- The boot's leather upper had started to crack.
- The comedy show was a real upper after a stressful week.
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What is "upper" in French?
"upper" in French is supérieur, empeigne. upper means: Positioned higher, in rank, level, or physical location, than something else.
How do you use "upper" in a sentence?
Example: "She lives on the upper floor of the building." In French, "upper" is supérieur, empeigne.
Are there other ways to say "upper" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "upper": supérieur, empeigne.
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