Definition

1. Conjunction:
   • Moreover / Furthermore / In addition: A transitional word used to introduce an additional statement that supports or strengthens the previous point. It indicates that the following information is of greater importance or weight.
   • Besides / What's more: Used to add another relevant point or reason, often one that is even more significant than those already mentioned.

Usage Examples

• Conjunction:
  • Cô ấy rất thông minh. Hơn nữa, cô ấy còn chăm chỉ. (She is very intelligent. Moreover, she is also hardworking.)
  • Thành phố này đẹp và an toàn. Hơn nữa, chi phí sinh hoạt lại hợp lý. (This city is beautiful and safe. Furthermore, the cost of living is reasonable.)
  • Anh ấy là người biết điều, hơn nữa lại hay giúp đỡ người khác. (He is a reasonable man, moreover he often likes to do others a good turn.)

Advanced Usage

• Position in a sentence: "Hơn nữa" is typically used at the beginning of a clause or sentence. It is often followed by a comma when it starts a sentence. It can also be placed after the subject for stylistic variation.
  • Căn hộ rộng rãi. Nó, hơn nữa, còn có tầm nhìn tuyệt đẹp. (The apartment is spacious. It, moreover, has a beautiful view.)

Variants and Related Words

• Ngoài ra (conj): Besides, in addition. (Slightly more neutral in tone.)
• Thêm vào đó (conj): Additionally, on top of that.
• Vả lại (conj): Moreover, besides. (Often used to add a justifying or explanatory point.)

Synonyms

• Moreover: In addition to what has been said.
• Furthermore: In addition; more importantly.
• Additionally: As an extra factor or circumstance.
• What's more: Used to add a point that emphasizes or surpasses the previous one.

Related Phrases and Usage Notes

• "Hơn nữa" vs. "và": While "và" simply means "and" for connecting equal ideas, "hơn nữa" specifically adds a point that amplifies or reinforces the argument, often with a sense of increasing significance.
• Formality: "Hơn nữa" is appropriate for both written and spoken language, from semi-formal to formal contexts. In very casual speech, "với lại" or "thì" might be used similarly.

1. Moreover
   • Anh ấy là người biết điều, hơn nữa lại hay giúp đỡ người khác
     He is a reasonable man, moreover he often likes to do others a good turn