Conjunctions / 连词
而且 vs 并且
moreover/and — progressive vs parallel
Comparison / 对比
| 而且 érqiě | 并且 bìngqiě | |
|---|---|---|
| Logic | Progressive: and furthermore (A → more B) | Parallel: and also (A + B side by side) |
| Emphasis | The second clause is MORE important | Both clauses are equally weighted |
| Common pair | 不但…而且… | …并且… (standalone) |
| Register | Neutral | Slightly more formal |
Examples / 例句
而且: 这里的菜不但好吃，而且很便宜。
The food here is not only delicious, but also cheap. (progressive: cheap is bonus info)
并且: 请仔细阅读合同，并且签上你的名字。
Please read the contract carefully and sign your name. (parallel: two equal actions)
Quick rule: 而且 = and MOREOVER (the second part adds something impressive or important). 并且 = and ALSO (two actions of equal weight, often instructions). If paired with 不但, always use 而且.
Fill in the Blank / 填空练习
Type the correct word to complete each sentence. Press Enter or click Check.
这里的菜不但好吃，很便宜。
请填写这张表格，交给前台。
他不仅通过了考试，得了第一名。
Quick Quiz / 小测验
请填写这张表格，交给前台。
Two equal actions (fill in + hand in) → 并且.
他不但通过了考试，得了第一名。
Progressive (passed → and even got 1st place!) → 而且.
这个方案既节约成本，提高了效率。
Two parallel benefits → 并且. (而且 also acceptable with progressive reading.)