〜ばかりでなく
Formation
Meaning
Not only, but (also). Used to add additional information or emphasize that something applies to more than one thing.
Note
This expression is slightly more formal than `dake-de-naku`. It is used to add information of a similar nature or level to emphasize that something applies to more than one thing, often emphasizing the wide scope of the statement.
Examples
最近の携帯電話は、通話ができるばかりでなく、インターネットも快適に使える。
Modern cell phones can not only make calls, but also use the internet comfortably.
彼は自分のミスを認めたばかりでなく、すぐに謝った。
He not only admitted his own mistake, but also apologized immediately.
彼は英語ばかりでなく、中国語も話せます。
He can speak not only English but also Chinese.
この仕事は難しいばかりでなく、時間もかかる。
This job is not only difficult but also time-consuming.
彼女は歌が上手なばかりでなく、ピアノも弾ける。
She is not only good at singing, but also can play the piano.