不仅仅

bù jǐn jǐn
adverbIntermediate not only
general

Used to emphasize that something is more than just a single aspect or thing; indicating that there are additional points or qualities beyond what has been mentioned.

这部电影不仅仅是娱乐,它还传达了深刻的社会讯息。

This movie is not only entertainment; it also conveys profound social messages.

她不仅仅是我的同事,更是我最好的朋友。

She is not only my colleague but also my best friend.

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Often used to introduce additional information or to correct an oversimplified view.

Collocations

不仅仅是not only is不仅仅有not only has不仅仅意味着not only means

Antonyms

Related Phrases

💡Pro Tip

Emphasis

Use '不仅仅' to emphasize that there is more to the situation than initially stated.

Gold Rule

Correct Usage

Always pair '不仅仅' with another clause or phrase to complete the thought.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the repetition of '仅仅' (jǐn jǐn) to emphasize the idea of 'not just' or 'more than'.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in both spoken and written Chinese to add emphasis or to correct a previous statement.

Word Breakdown

not
prefix
+
仅仅
only
adverb
+
仅仅
only
adverb
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