sino que
vs
no solo

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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

noh

keh

)

A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).

phrase

1. (in addition)

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.

2. (on the contrary)

a. but

No quiero que me halagues sino que seas sincero.I don't want you to flatter me but to be frank.

3. (just)

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.

no solo(

noh

soh

loh

)

A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).

phrase

1. (general)

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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