V/A + -(으)려니와, N + -(이)려니와 (Not only ..., but also / furthermore)
Meaning: Not only do I suppose/acknowledge ..., but furthermore ... (literary cumulative connective).
Conjugation & Pattern
- V/A with batchim + -으려니와 | No batchim/ㄹ + -려니와
- Noun (N) + -(이)려니와
Detailed Usage
Similar to '-거니와' and '-(으)ㄹ뿐더러': connects two parallel positive or negative attributes (often with 도 and 까지) in formal or literary Korean.
Example Sentences
- 1
김 선생님은 얼굴도 예쁘시려니와 마음씨까지 고우셔서 학생들에게 인기가 많다.
Gim seonsaengnimeun eolguldo yeppeusiryeoniwa maeumssikkaji gousyeoseo haksaengdeurege ingiga manda.
Teacher Kim is not only pretty, but also kind-hearted, making her very popular among students.
- 2
우리 집 강아지는 밥도 잘 먹으려니와 매일 운동을 해서 아주 건강하다.
Uri jip gangajineun bapdo jal meogeuryeoniwa maeil undongeul haeseo aju geonganghada.
Our puppy not only eats well, but also exercises every day, so it is very healthy.
- 3
그 산은 경치도 아름다우려니와 공기도 맑아서 등산객이 많이 찾는다.
Geu saneun gyeongchido areumdauryeoniwa gonggido malgaseo deungsangaegi mani channeunda.
That mountain not only has beautiful scenery, but also clean air, attracting many hikers.
Important Notes
Both clauses normally share the same subject.
