This is the 4902nd most frequent Japanese word.
番付
Ranking or listing, often used for sumo wrestler rankings.
In this sentence, "番付" refers to the ranking or list of sumo wrestlers organized based on their positions. It is used in the context of sports rankings.
相撲の番付を見て、この場所の順位を確認しました。
I checked the sumo rankings to confirm the standing for this tournament.
Here, "番付" signifies a ranking system, implying improvement in one's position within a competitive framework.
番付を上げるためには、もっと努力が必要です。
More effort is needed to climb the rankings.
In this context, "番付" metaphorically represents a hierarchical standing or position within a company, akin to a sort of organizational rank system.