上头

上頭
shàngtou
noun HSK 7-9 #7,531

Meanings

  1. 1 above; on top
  2. 2 the higher-ups; the authorities

Examples

HSK 1
Shū zài zhuōzi shàngtou.
The book is on top of the table.
HSK 2
Zhè shì shàngtou de yìsi.
This is what the higher-ups want.
HSK 5
Shàngtou yǒu guīdìng, wǒmen bìxū zhíxíng.
The higher-ups have regulations, we must follow them.

Tips

usage
上头 (shàngtou) as a position/direction word is the standard HSK7 meaning. But note: 上头 (shàngtóu) with a second tone on has exploded as internet slang meaning 'to get a rush/buzz' - originally from the feeling of alcohol hitting your head, now used for anything exciting or addicting: 这首歌太上头了! (This song is SO addicting!)

Stroke Order

shàng
tóu