Learning objectives
- Lesson goals: Learn mo saru koto nagara for "A is noteworthy, but B is also important."
- Form and connection: [NounA] もさることながら [NounB]
- Nuance in real use: もさることながら is the best tool for balanced Japanese evaluation — A is good, and B is also good. It makes assessments sound fair and comprehensive, extremely common in Japanese profile articles and reviews.
Form and connection
Core Explanation
Learn mo saru koto nagara for "A is noteworthy, but B is also important."
Cultural Note
Practical examples
Common pitfalls
Build the base form before adding the pattern
Complete the required conjugation first. Do not keep polite and plain endings at the same time.
Match politeness to the situation
The examples are reliable starting points; relationships and context can still change the most natural wording.
Practice and answers
Show answer
[NounA] もさることながら [NounB]Show answer
His talent is noteworthy, but his effort is also remarkable.Show answer
味あじもさることながら、盛もり付つけも美うつくしい。 ([NounA] もさることながら [NounB])Continue learning
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