Usage and Meaning
The adverb '더욱이' is used to add information that strengthens or emphasizes the previous statement. It is similar to 'besides' or 'moreover' in English and is often used in formal or written contexts.
Common Collocations
- 더욱이 ~다: to add a stronger point or fact
- 더욱이 ~도: to emphasize an additional characteristic or fact
Nuance and Register
'더욱이' carries a formal tone and is frequently found in written Korean, such as essays, reports, or news articles. It is less common in casual spoken language, where '게다가' or '또한' might be preferred.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '더욱이' with simple conjunctions like '그리고' (and). However, '더욱이' implies an additional, often stronger or more important, point rather than just linking two ideas equally.
Use '더욱이' when you want to emphasize that the second statement adds significant weight or importance to the first.