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〜ばかりでなく

JLPT N3

Pattern

Explanation

Indicates that something is not only true for the first item but also applies to additional things. Emphasizes inclusiveness.

Usage

Used to show that the statement covers more than one element, adding something beyond the first mentioned point.

Formation

Attach ばかりでなく to a noun, or to the plain form of a verb/adjective.

Examples

彼は英語ばかりでなく、フランス語も話せる。

かれはえいごばかりでなく、ふらんすごもはなせる。

He can speak not only English but also French.

このレストランは料理ばかりでなく、サービスも素晴らしい。

このれすとらんはりょうりばかりでなく、さーびすもすばらしい。

This restaurant offers not only great food but also excellent service.

彼女は歌が上手なばかりでなく、作曲もできる。

かのじょはうたがじょうずなばかりでなく、さっきょくもできる。

She is not only good at singing but can also compose music.

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