上訴

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 上訴 is read as じょうそ and means an appeal or appellate action.
• Basic usage: It denotes an appeal or appellate action against a ruling and is also used when discussing the filing deadline.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Appealing a verdict
  • 上訴した: The defense appealed because it disagreed with the verdict. Example: 被告側は判決を不服として上訴した。
• Explaining an appeal deadline
  • 上訴: The lawyer explained the appeal deadline to the client. Example: 弁護士は上訴の期限を依頼人に説明した。