HomeGrammarJLPT N2A。なおB。(A. Nao B.)

A。なおB。(A. Nao B.)

JLPT N2

Explanation

Provides additional information; 'moreover', 'besides', 'in addition'.

Formation

Detailed explanation

The なお grammar point is used to provide additional information or emphasize an existing fact. It can be translated as 'moreover', 'besides', or 'in addition' in English. なお is placed between two sentences to connect them and provide supplementary information.

Examples

Ashita wa yasumi desu. Nao, getsuyoubi mo yasumi desu.

Tomorrow is a holiday. Moreover, Monday is also a holiday.

Kare wa atama ga yoi desu. Nao, supootsu mo tokui desu.

He is smart. Besides, he is also good at sports.

Kono hon wa omoshiroi desu. Nao, yasui desu.

This book is interesting. In addition, it is cheap.

Watashi wa nihongo wo benkyou shiteimasu. Nao, kankokugo mo benkyou shiteimasu.

I am studying Japanese. Moreover, I am also studying Korean.

Practice

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