ConjunctionsHSK 4
Expressing "besides" or "moreover" with 此外
此外 is a formal conjunction used to introduce additional information beyond what was just stated, similar to "besides," "moreover," or "furthermore" in English.
It typically appears at the beginning of a sentence or clause, often after a comma or period, to link or transition to supporting or extra content.
Structure
Sentence 1 + ，此外 + Sentence 2
Used after a statement to add further information, often translated as "moreover" or "in addition."
Sentence 1 + 。此外，+ Sentence 2
Can also start a new sentence to introduce an additional point, like "Besides, ..." or "Furthermore, ..."
Examples
- 他喜欢音乐，此外还喜欢画画。Tā xǐ huan yīn yuè, cǐ wài hái xǐ huan huà huà.He likes music, and he also likes painting.
- 这家餐厅的菜很好吃，此外服务也很周到。Zhè jiā cān tīng de cài hěn hǎo chī, cǐ wài fú wù yě hěn zhōu dào.The food at this restaurant is delicious; moreover, the service is attentive.
- 她会说英语，此外也会说一点法语。Tā huì shuō yīng yǔ, cǐ wài yě huì shuō yì diǎn fǎ yǔ.She can speak English, and additionally she can speak a little French.
- 运动有益健康，此外还能缓解压力。Yùn dòng yǒu yì jiàn kāng, cǐ wài hái néng huǎn jiě yā lì.Exercise is good for your health; furthermore, it can relieve stress.
- 这部电影情节精彩，此外演员的表演也很出色。Zhè bù diàn yǐng qíng jié jīng cǎi, cǐ wài yǎn yuán de biǎo yǎn yě hěn chū sè.This movie has an excellent plot; besides, the actors' performances are outstanding.