N3
〜だけでなく (〜dake de naku)
〜だけでなく
not only... but also...
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Indicates that something applies not just to one thing, but to another as well, often emphasizing the second part. Connects two pieces of information. (N + だけでなく, V/Adj-普通形 + だけでなく)
📝 Example Sentences
彼は日本語だけでなく、英語も話せる。
He can speak not only Japanese but also English.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "〜だけでなく"!
この料理は美味しい_______、見た目も美しい。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「〜だけでなく」は「〜だけでなく、さらに〜も」という意味で、二つの事柄を並列に強調します。
English: 「〜だけでなく」 (dake de naku) means 'not only... but also', emphasizing that the dish is not only delicious but also visually appealing.
English: 「〜だけでなく」 (dake de naku) means 'not only... but also', emphasizing that the dish is not only delicious but also visually appealing.
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