Explanation
Expressing that something is obvious, and there is also something else.
Formation
Noun1 + はもとより, Noun2 + も
Detailed explanation
The ～はもとより grammar point is used to emphasize that something is obvious or a given, and on top of that, there’s another aspect to consider. It translates to 'not only…but also…' or 'of course…and also…'.
Examples
Eigo wa moto yori, supeingo mo benkyou shite imasu.
I'm studying not only English, but also Spanish.
Kanojo wa ryouri wa moto yori, okashi tsukuri mo tokui desu.
She’s not only good at cooking, but also at making sweets.
Kono hoteru wa heya no seiketsusa wa moto yori, saabisu mo subarashii desu.
This hotel not only has clean rooms but also great service.
Kare wa ongaku wa moto yori, e mo jouzu desu.
He’s not only good at music, but also skilled at drawing.
Practice
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.