不仅
Used to indicate that something else is also true in addition to the first thing mentioned. It is usually paired with '而且' or '也'.
Examples
3 of 5运动不仅能强身健体，还能缓解压力。
Exercise not only strengthens the body but also relieves stress.
这不仅是个人的问题，也是一个社会问题。
This is not only a personal problem but also a social one.
这家饭馆不仅菜做得好，服务也周到。
This restaurant not only has good food but also provides attentive service.
Word Family
Memory Tip
不 (not) + 仅 (only). Literal translation of 'not only'.
Quick Quiz
他___聪明，而且非常勤奋。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 不仅
Examples
运动不仅能强身健体，还能缓解压力。
academicExercise not only strengthens the body but also relieves stress.
这不仅是个人的问题，也是一个社会问题。
formalThis is not only a personal problem but also a social one.
这家饭馆不仅菜做得好，服务也周到。
everydayThis restaurant not only has good food but also provides attentive service.
我们不仅要发现问题，还要解决问题。
businessWe must not only identify problems but also solve them.
他不不仅迟到了，还没带课本。
informalHe was not only late, but he also didn't bring his textbook.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
不仅...也
not only... also
不仅是为了
not just for the sake of
不仅是由于
not only because of
Often Confused With
Both mean 'not only'. 不但 is slightly more common in spoken language, while 不仅 is often preferred in formal writing.
Usage Notes
A key cohesive device for IELTS writing to add points and build arguments.
Common Mistakes
Placement of the subject: If the two clauses have the same subject, the subject usually comes before '不仅'. If they have different subjects, '不仅' comes before the first subject.
Memory Tip
不 (not) + 仅 (only). Literal translation of 'not only'.
Word Origin
不 (negative) + 仅 (merely/only).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
他___聪明，而且非常勤奋。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 不仅
Related Grammar Rules
Related Phrases
Related Vocabulary
More logic words
对应
B1To correspond to or match something else. It describes a relationship where one thing relates directly to another in a different system.
尽管
B1Used to introduce a fact that makes the main statement surprising. It functions like 'although' or 'even though' in English.
具体
B1Relating to a particular thing rather than a general one; clear and detailed. It is the opposite of abstract or vague.
实际上
B1Used to emphasize the real facts of a situation, especially when they are different from what people believe or expect. Functions like 'actually' or 'in fact'.
确定
B1To decide definitely or to find out exactly. It involves making something certain or confirming a fact.
绝对
B1Not qualified or limited in any way; total. Used to emphasize that something is completely true or certain.
反之
B1Conversely; on the contrary; otherwise. It is used to introduce a statement that is the opposite or the reverse of the one previously mentioned.
意味着
B1To mean, signify, or imply. It links a fact to its logical consequence or meaning.
归纳
B1To summarize or conclude from a set of facts or observations; to categorize information into a general rule.
关联
B1A connection between two or more things; to be linked or associated.
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