JLPT N1 Very formal / literary

Verb-ru ni todomarazu ~ mo

Expresses 'not only… but also', 'not limited to…'.

Formal, literary "not stopping at X, also Y". (Verb-attached form of n1-061.)

Formation

Explanation

にとどまらず is used to indicate that something goes beyond just the stated verb or noun. It can be translated as 'not just… but also…' or 'not limited to…'.

Example sentences

  • He does not just work; he also does volunteer activities.

    Kare wa shigoto ni todomarazu, borantia katsudou mo shite iru.

  • This function is not limited to taking photos; it can also record videos.

    Kono kinou wa shashin satsuei ni todomarazu, douga satsuei mo kanou desu.

  • This restaurant not only serves Japanese food, but also Chinese cuisine.

    Kono resutoran wa Nihon ryouri ni todomarazu, Chuuka ryouri mo teikyou shiteimasu.

  • That company’s operations go beyond manufacturing; they also handle distribution.

    Sono kigyou wa seizougyou ni todomarazu, ryuutsuugyou mo tegakete iru.

Not Only But Also (Emphatic Addition)