위

위

"위" means "above," "top," or "stomach" in English, depending on context.

Here, '위' is used as a noun meaning 'on' or 'top of', indicating the position of the book relative to the table.

책이 탁자 위에 있습니다.

The book is on the table.

'위' in this context refers to a status or position, metaphorically describing hierarchy or rank.

그는 회사에서 높은 위치에 올라갔다.

He ascended to a high position in the company.

'위' signifies rank or order within a list or competition.

체순위가 내려갔습니다.

The rank in the competition has gone down.