-거니와

not only .... but also, as well as

Explanation

This expression is used when acknowledging the statement in the preceding clause but at the same time adding the statement in the following clause.

It is also used in the form -거니와.

Note that when the preceding clause contains a positive statement, then the following clause must also be positive, and when the preceding clause contains a negative statement, then the following clause must also be negative.

Details

Neither the imperative nor propositive forms can be used in the following clause.

일도 열심히 하거니와 운동도 열심히 하세요.

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Not only the first clause is true, but the second clause is also true.

Examples
그는 친절하<span class='focus'>거니와</span> 지혜로워요.
He is not only kind but also wise.
날씨가 춥<span class='focus'>거니와</span> 바람도 많이 불어요.
The weather is not only cold but also very windy.
이 음식은 맛있<span class='focus'>거니와</span> 가격도 저렴해요.
This food is not only delicious but also affordable.

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