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-뿐만 아니라

not only ~ but also

Attaches directly to a noun to add that something else is also true beyond what was already mentioned; frequent in writing and formal speech to build a stronger argument.

Examples

  • 그는 실력뿐만 아니라 인성도 훌륭하다.

    He is excellent not only in skill but also in character.

  • 이 제품은 가격뿐만 아니라 품질도 우수하다.

    This product is excellent not only in price but also in quality.

  • 환경 오염은 우리뿐만 아니라 미래 세대에도 영향을 준다.

    Environmental pollution affects not only us but also future generations.

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Quick check

  1. 1. What does ‘-뿐만 아니라’ mean?

  2. 2. Which form means “not only ~ but also”?