Explanation：〜ばかりか
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"〜だけでなく ・・・も"
"not only 〜 but also・・・"
Used to indicate that not only one thing is true, but there is also an additional related fact that is equally or more significant. It emphasizes that something goes beyond what was previously stated, adding another aspect or consequence.
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V（plain form）+ ばかりか
イA（plain form）+ ばかりか
ナAな/である + ばかりか
Nである + ばかりか
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- Indicates Additional Information: "〜ばかりか" is used to show that something is not only the case, but there is also an additional, often more important, fact or situation.
- Emphasizes the Extent: It emphasizes that the additional information extends or adds to the initial statement, often highlighting a surprising or significant aspect.
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N2
Sample sentenes
彼は日本語ばかりか中国語も話せる。
He can speak not only Japanese but also Chinese.
トムさんは３年日本語を勉強したのに、漢字ばかりかひらがなも書けない。
Despite studying Japanese for three years, Tom can't write not only kanji but also hiragana.
アンナさんは頭がいいばかりか、スポーツもできる。
Anna is not only smart but also good at sports.
手術したのに、病気が治らないばかりか、ひどくなる一方だ。
Despite having surgery, the disease is not only not getting better, but it's also getting worse.
先輩は日本を案内してくれたばかりか、晩ご飯もご馳走してくれた。
My senior not only showed me around Japan but also treated me to dinner.
ワンピースという漫画は国内ばかりか、世界中で人気がある。
The manga called One Piece is popular not only in Japan but also worldwide.
Vocabulary
| Japanese |
English | |
| 手術 | しゅじゅつ | operation |
| 案内 | あんない | to guide |
| ご馳走する | ごちそうする | to treat |
