GrammarJLPT N1
not to mention
Expression

Definitions

  1. 1. not to mention
This expression means "not only... but of course also..." and is used to emphasize that something goes without saying before adding further information. For example, you might say that Japanese is of course important, but English is also necessary.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

Does that notice include the submission address, not to mention the deadline?

Sentence 2

In research, reproducibility is crucial — not to mention the results themselves.

Sentence 3

For that request, please let me know the priority, not to mention how to handle it.

Sentence 4

My dog loves car rides, not to mention walks!

Sentence 5

I should probably review my insurance, not to mention my savings.