上头

上頭
shàngtou
noun HSK 7 #7,531

Meanings

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

Examples

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

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: 上头!(This song is SO addicting!)

Stroke Order

shàng
tóu