GRAMMAR DETAIL
〜はもちろん
Names something that is naturally included and emphasizes that another item is included as well.
Examples
この図書館では学生はもちろん地域の住民も利用できる。
This library can be used not only by students, of course, but also by local residents.
Words used
この講座は初心者はもちろん経験者にも役立つ。
This course is useful not only for beginners but also for experienced learners.
Words used
Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
はもちろんfollows a noun, treats it as an obvious inclusion, and extends the scope to another item. - Basic usage:
この講座は初心者はもちろん経験者にも役立つ。says that the course benefits beginners, of course, and experienced learners as well.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- The following particle has a role
経験者にも役立つretainsにfor the people who benefit and addsも. In学生はもちろん住民も利用できる, the people are users, so the sameにもcannot simply be carried over.

