HSK 7-9
加之
jiāzhī
In addition; moreover; coupled with
Structure
Sentence/Clause 1, 加之 + Reason/Condition, (导致/使得) Result
How it works
The conjunction '加之' is used to introduce an additional reason, condition, or factor that contributes to a result. It is often used in formal writing or speech to link two clauses where the second clause provides further justification or explanation, similar to 'coupled with' or 'on top of that'.
Examples
该地气候宜人，加之交通便利，吸引了大量游客。
Gāidì qìhòu yírén, jiāzhī jiāotōng biànlì, xīyǐnle dàliàng yóukè.
The pleasant climate of this area, coupled with convenient transportation, has attracted a large number of tourists.
他本就勤奋，加之有名师指点，进步神速。
Tā běnjiù qínfèn, jiāzhī yǒu míngshī zhǐdiǎn, jìnbù shénsù.
He was already hardworking, and with the guidance of a famous teacher, he made rapid progress.
由于连日降雨，加之排水系统老化，街道出现了严重积水。
Yóuyú liánrì jiàngyǔ, jiāzhī páishuǐ xìtǒng lǎohuà, jiēdào chūxiànle yánzhòng jīshuǐ.
Due to continuous rain, coupled with an aging drainage system, the streets experienced severe flooding.
Common mistakes
Do not use '加之' at the very beginning of a passage; it must follow a previously stated fact or reason to function as an 'addition'.
Tip
Think of '加之' as a more formal, high-level version of '再加上' (zài jiāshàng). It is particularly effective in academic writing to build a multi-layered argument.
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