JLPT N2 Grammar Point: 〜に限らず
This JLPT N2 grammar point explains how to use 〜に限らず correctly, with formation rules and example sentences.
Pattern
- N + に限らず
Explanation
Indicates that the statement applies not only to the mentioned scope but also to a broader range.
Usage
Often followed by words expressing a wider scope such as 'everyone', 'various', 'always'. Frequently used to mean 'not limited to'.
Formation
Attach to nouns. The following sentence typically includes words like も, みんな, さまざま.
Examples
この図書館は休日に限らず、平日も多くの人が訪れる。
このとしょかんはきゅうじつにかぎらず、へいじつもおおくのひとがおとずれる。This library is visited by many people not only on holidays but also on weekdays.
このイベントは若者に限らず、年配の人にも人気があります。
このイベントはわかものにかぎらず、ねんぱいのひとにもにんきがあります。This event is popular not only among young people but also with older generations.
この問題はこの地域に限らず、全国で起きている。
このもんだいはこのちいきにかぎらず、ぜんこくでおきている。This problem is happening not just in this region but all over the country.