Processing keyword: Verbる にとどまらず～も (Verb-ru ni todomarazu ~ mo)
Japanese Grammar Point: Verbる にとどまらず～も (Verb-ru ni todomarazu ~ mo)
1. Introduction
In this lesson, we'll learn how to express the idea of "not only... but also..." using the grammar point Verbる にとどまらず～も (Verb-ru ni todomarazu ~ mo). This structure allows you to indicate that an action or state is not limited to one thing but extends to others as well.
2. Core Grammar Explanation
Meaning
Verbる にとどまらず～も is used to convey that the action denoted by the verb is "not limited to" just one thing; it "goes beyond" and includes other things as well.
Structure
Verb (dictionary form) + にとどまらず、～も
Formation Diagram
| Part | Function |
|---|---|
| Verbる | Action or state |
| にとどまらず | Not limited to; does not stop at |
| ～も | Also; even |
Detailed Explanation
- Verb (dictionary form): Use the base form of the verb that describes the initial action or state.
- にとどまらず: This phrase means "not limited to" or "does not stop at." It comes from the verb とどまる (todomaru), meaning "to stay" or "to remain," with the negative form とどまらず meaning "does not stay/remain."
- ～も: The particle も (mo) means "also" or "even," indicating inclusion of additional elements.
3. Comparative Analysis
This grammar point is similar to:
- Verbる だけでなく、～も (not only..., but also...)
- Verbる のみならず、～も (not only..., but also...)
Comparison Table:
Grammar Structure Meaning Formality Verbる にとどまらず、～も Not limited to..., but also... Formal Verbる だけでなく、～も Not only..., but also... Neutral Verbる のみならず、～も Not only..., but also... Formal Nuance Difference: - にとどまらず often implies that something exceeds boundaries or expectations.
- だけでなく is a general way to say "not only."
- のみならず is more formal and literary.
4. Examples in Context
Example 1: Formal Written
会社の業績は国内にとどまらず、海外市場でも伸びている。 Kaisha no gyōseki wa kokunai ni todomarazu, kaigai shijō de mo nobite iru. The company's performance is growing not only domestically but also in overseas markets.
Example 2: Academic Context
この研究は化学分野にとどまらず、物理学にも大きな影響を与えた。 Kono kenkyū wa kagaku bun'ya ni todomarazu, butsuri-gaku ni mo ōkina eikyō o ataeta. This research has significantly impacted not only the field of chemistry but also physics.
Example 3: News Report
彼の活躍はスポーツ界にとどまらず、多くの人々に感動を与えた。 Kare no katsuyaku wa supōtsu-kai ni todomarazu, ōku no hitobito ni kandō o ataeta. His achievements moved not only the sports world but also many people.
Example 4: Business Presentation
新製品は品質向上にとどまらず、デザイン面でも革新をもたらした。 Shinseihin wa hinshitsu kōjō ni todomarazu, dezain-men de mo kakushin o motarashita. The new product has not only improved quality but also brought innovation in design.
Example 5: Cultural Context
アニメは日本国内にとどまらず、世界中で人気を博している。 Anime wa Nihon kokunai ni todomarazu, sekaijū de ninki o hakushite iru. Anime is popular not only within Japan but also around the world.
5. Cultural Notes
Cultural Relevance
- Formal Usage: にとどまらず is often used in formal writing, academic texts, news articles, and business reports.
- Expressing Extent: It reflects the Japanese language's precision in expressing the extent or impact of something beyond expected boundaries.
Idiomatic Expressions
- Understanding とどまる (todomaru) as "to stay/remain" helps grasp the meaning of にとどまらず (not remaining at).
- 全国にとどまらず: Not limited to the whole country.
- 一部にとどまらず: Not limited to a part.
6. Common Mistakes and Tips
Error Analysis
- Using the Wrong Verb Form
- Incorrect: 勉強してにとどまらず
- Correct: 勉強するにとどまらず Use the dictionary form of the verb before にとどまらず.
- Omitting the Particle ～も
- Incorrect: 国内にとどまらず、販売しています。
- Correct: 国内にとどまらず、海外でも販売しています。 Include ～も to show that something else is also included.
Learning Strategies
- Mnemonic Device: Remember that とどまる means "to stay," so にとどまらず implies "not staying at" or "not limited to."
- Practice Creating Sentences: Write your own sentences using topics you're interested in to reinforce the grammar point.
7. Summary and Review
Key Takeaways
- Verbる にとどまらず、～も is used to express that something is not only one thing but also another.
- It emphasizes that an action or state goes beyond certain limits.
- Commonly used in formal contexts.
Quick Recap Quiz
- What does にとどまらず mean in English?
- Which verb form is used before にとどまらず?
- Is にとどまらず more formal or informal?
- Create a sentence using にとどまらず about technology.
Answers:
- "Not limited to" or "not only."
- The dictionary form of the verb.
- It is more formal.
- (Example answer) インターネットは通信手段にとどまらず、ビジネスや教育にも不可欠な存在となっている。 Intānetto wa tsūshin shudan ni todomarazu, bijinesu ya kyōiku ni mo fukaketsu na sonzai to natte iru. The internet has become indispensable not only as a means of communication but also in business and education.
By understanding and practicing this grammar point, you can express complex ideas about the extent and impact of actions and states, enhancing your proficiency in Japanese.