structure · academic
not only + clause, but also + clause
A correlative construction that emphasises that two facts are true; it often highlights the second point for emphasis.
Examples
“Not only did the policy reduce emissions, but it also created new green jobs.”
“She not only speaks Mandarin, but also tutors language classes.”
“Not only is technology cheaper, but it is also more widely available in developing countries.”
Band 8 sentence
“Not only has remote work increased productivity for many firms, but it has also broadened access to global talent pools.”
Collocations
- not only + clause, but also + clause
- not only + auxiliary + subject + verb
Common mistakes
Not only she enjoys cooking, but she also likes baking.→Not only does she enjoy cooking, but she also likes baking.
She not only enjoys cooking but also likes to baking.→She not only enjoys cooking but also likes baking.
Say it for a higher band
5and→6also→7+not only + clause, but also + clause
Synonyms
both... and
Easily confused
also
“She also volunteers at the community centre.”
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