not to mention — used to introduce something additional that reinforces the point being made
Part of speech: CONJUNCTION
Definition: used to introduce something additional that reinforces the point being made
Pronunciation (IPA): /nɑːt tə ˈmenʃən/
Example Sentences
- He's handsome, not to mention rich and charming.
- The exam was difficult, not to mention that I forgot to bring a pen.
- She's brilliant at math, not to mention physics and chemistry.
not to mention
CONJUNCTION[/nɑːt tə ˈmenʃən/]
used to introduce something additional that reinforces the point being made
She bakes amazing cakes, not to mention her famous chocolate cookies.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This phrase emerged in English during the 16th century as a way to introduce additional supporting points. It combines the negation 'not' with 'to mention' (from Old French 'mencioner'), literally meaning 'not even to mention,' emphasizing that something is too obvious or significant to overlook.
Breakdown
not (negation) + to (infinitive marker) + mention (from Old French mencioner, meaning 'to state or speak of') = not to mention (used to emphasize an additional reinforcing point)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“He's handsome, not to mention rich and charming.”
“The exam was difficult, not to mention that I forgot to bring a pen.”
“She's brilliant at math, not to mention physics and chemistry.”
“My phone battery died, not to mention my laptop crashed during the presentation.”
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