| Element | FORM/USE: 'NOT ONLY … BUT (ALSO)' WITH INVERSION, FOCUS |
|---|---|
| SuperCat | CLAUSES |
| SubCat | coordinated |
| Lexical Range | N/A |
| Level | C1 |
| Cando | Can combine clauses using 'not only' in front position followed by an inverted first clause + … 'but (also)' to introduce the second clause, to give focus. |
| Corrected Learner Example | And not only did they come for the most popular sports, such as football and basketball, but many other less known activities were very well attended. (Spain; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 1999; Spanish - European; Pass) Not only was he helpful but the students had the opportunity to watch videos and listen to music. (Greece; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2008; Greek; Pass) Not only has the cost improved, but also the value for money. (Switzerland; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2005; Swiss German; Pass) |
| Uncorrected Learner Example | |
| Comments | N/A |
