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"Sino que" is a phrase which is often translated as "but", and "no solo" is a phrase which is often translated as "not only". Learn more about the difference between "sino que" and "no solo" below.
sino que(
see
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noh
 
keh
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. but
No solo trabaja hasta tarde, sino que lo hace de lunes a domingo.Not only does he work until late at night, but he does so from Monday to Sunday.
a. but
No quiero que me halagues sino que seas sincero.I don't want you to flatter me but to be frank.
a. only
No te exigimos otra cosa sino que apruebes los exámenes.The only thing we are asking of you is to pass your exams.
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no solo(
noh
 
soh
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loh
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. not only
No solo llegó tarde, sino que además ni se disculpó.Not only was she late, but she didn't even apologize.
Estas medidas no solo son ineficaces, sino también perjudiciales para la economía.These measures are not only ineffective, but they're also prejudicial to the economy.
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