(うわ)

うわ
prefix
upper ~, outer ~
1. upper, top
A prefix indicating something is on top or in a higher position.
I'm listening absent-mindedly.
I change into indoor shoes.
(うわ)(だな)荷物(にもつ)()せる
I put luggage on the upper shelf.
2. outer, surface
A prefix indicating the outer layer or surface.
I take off my jacket.
Kindness that is only on the surface will be seen through.
The outer coat of paint has started peeling off.

(うわ)〜 is a prefix meaning 'upper' or 'outer.'

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