VocabJLPT N2
in addition to that
ExpressionConjunctionParticle

Definitions

  1. 1. in addition to that
  2. 2. furthermore
  3. 3. by
A colloquial emphatic form of で, meaning "by means of" or "with." It is used in casual speech to indicate the tool, method, or reason for something, adding a slightly stronger emphasis than で alone.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

You said "leave it to me" — and this is what we get!

Sentence 2

The neighbor's cat came over, and then climbed right onto my lap.

Sentence 3

The milk in the fridge was gone, and on top of that, there's no bread either!

Sentence 4

Wait, you're changing it now? And on top of that, who's taking responsibility?!

Sentence 5

There was no umbrella by the door, and then my shoes got soaked too.