Chunk: what-is-more
Formulaic Unit
Meaning: A formal transitional phrase used to add an additional point that is even more important, surprising, or persuasive than the previous statement. It functions similarly to "furthermore."
💬 Contextual Examples
- He is an incredibly talented musician, and what is more, he writes all his own songs.
- The car is cheap, and what is more, it uses very little gasoline.
🎴 Interactive Web Practice (Click to Reveal)
Practice 1: It's a beautiful location, and ______ is more, the rent is very affordable.
Answer:
what
Practice 2: She won the race, and what is ______, she set a new world record.
Answer:
more
🔗 Knowledge Base Connections
- 🔑 Parent Keyword: more