Explanation
Expresses 'not only… but also', 'not limited to…'.
Formation
Noun / Verb-dictionary form + にとどまらず + も/ほかのこと
Detailed 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…'.
Examples
Kare wa shigoto ni todomarazu, borantia katsudou mo shite iru.
He does not just work; he also does volunteer activities.
Kono kinou wa shashin satsuei ni todomarazu, douga satsuei mo kanou desu.
This function is not limited to taking photos; it can also record videos.
Kono resutoran wa Nihon ryouri ni todomarazu, Chuuka ryouri mo teikyou shiteimasu.
This restaurant not only serves Japanese food, but also Chinese cuisine.
Sono kigyou wa seizougyou ni todomarazu, ryuutsuugyou mo tegakete iru.
That company’s operations go beyond manufacturing; they also handle distribution.
Practice
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.