Correlative Conjunctions: Examples
In general, this is a complex grammatical topic that requires additional work with a teacher. You can find a specialist for private classes at any time on the UpskillsTutor.
“Not Only But Also” in a Sentence
This grammatical peculiarity itself is used to focus attention on two significant actions with some advantage of the second. Thus, the first fact (not only) is supplemented by a second important fact (but also) or action that should elicit certain emotions in a reader/listener.
Let us consider two main rules concerning this conjunction:
- You ought to maintain a parallel sentence structure.
- Equal grammatical units should be incorporated in all sentences.
Read more: When Should I Use Comma Before Or?
Read more: Where to use a Comma With the “As Well As” Phrase?
Not Only But Also: Comma
The mentioned grammar union can combine both nouns and complete sentences. When it comes to nouns, comma is not used. In the second case, we must put a comma according to the scheme: not only, but also. After all, we are dealing with a complex grammatical structure.
Consider the samples:
My hobby is not only parasailing but also full-scale skydiving and diving.
Not only will I parachute over the sea every chance I get, but I will also dive deep as often as I can.
Only private classes will help to thoroughly understand this topic. An English tutor is an advantageous opportunity to:
- improve communication skills;
- deepen knowledge of grammar;
- enrich the vocabulary;
- expand your soft skills in general.
