不仅

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Character Breakdown

Usage of 不仅

不仅” is a common conjunction used to express that something is not limited to one aspect but includes others as well. It often appears at the beginning of the first clause and is usually paired with words like “”, “而且”, or “” in the second clause to emphasize additional information.

Common Collocations

  • 不仅......: emphasizes that not only one thing but also another happens.
  • 不仅...而且...: similar to the above, often used in formal or written contexts.
  • 不仅......: highlights inclusion of another subject or object.

Pragmatic Notes

Using 不仅 implies the speaker wants to highlight multiple positive or negative aspects, often to strengthen an argument or description. It is more formal than just using “” or “” alone.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 不仅 with (only) or (merely). 不仅 always introduces an expansion or addition, not limitation.

Position in Sentence

Typically, 不仅 appears at the start of the clause it modifies, followed by the subject or object, then the verb. The second clause usually contains , , or 而且 to connect the additional information.

Example Sentences

He not only speaks Chinese, but also English and French.

This book is not only rich in content but also vivid in language.

Not only the students, but the teachers also participated in this event.

This policy not only affected the economy but also changed the social

He not only arrived late but also forgot to bring his homework.