不光

bù guāng
not only

他不光会说英语,还会说法语。

He can speak not only English but also French.


neutral

not only; not just

这道菜不光好看,而且好吃。

This dish is not only good-looking but also delicious.

不光是我,大家都这么认为。

It's not just me; everyone thinks so.

Used to introduce additional information that extends or emphasizes the previous statement. Often paired with '而且' (and also) or '还' (also) in the second clause.

Collocations

不光...而且...not only... but also...不光...还...not only... but also...

Antonyms

Pro Tip

Common Structure

Remember the pattern: '不光 A, 而且/还 B' (Not only A, but also B). This is a fixed structure that learners should memorize for natural usage.

Gold Rule

Emphasis Rule

Use '不光' to emphasize that something is true beyond what is expected. It often implies 'more than just this one thing'.

Word Origin

Composed of the negative adverb '不' (not) and '光' (only, merely). The phrase emphasizes that something is more extensive or comprehensive than a single aspect.

Usage Notes

1. '不光' is interchangeable with '不仅' in most contexts, though '不仅' is slightly more formal. 2. The structure is typically '不光 + [subject] + [verb/adj], [conjunction] + [additional information]'. 3. Avoid using '不光' at the beginning of a sentence unless the subject is implied.

Word Breakdown

不
not
adverb
+
光
only, merely
adverb
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