それにBesides; and also
それに adds another reason, feature, or detail that supports the same overall point. Depending on context, it corresponds to “besides,” “and also,” or “what’s more.”
Adding weight in the same direction
The added information normally points in the same direction as the first point. Two advantages can support a positive judgment, while two problems can support a negative judgment. It is particularly natural when giving several reasons for a choice or conclusion, but it can also simply add another relevant feature.
Reasons and supporting details
Notice how the information after the connective strengthens the point already being made.
この店は駅から近い。それに、料理もおいしい。だから、よくここで食べる。
This restaurant is close to the station. Besides, the food is good, so I often eat here.
Analyzeこの部屋は明るい。それに、窓から海が見える。
This room is bright. It also has a view of the sea from the window.
Analyzeこの道は狭い。それに、夜は暗い。別の道を行こう。
This road is narrow. Besides, it is dark at night. Let’s take another road.
AnalyzeA weightier alternative
それに is light and conversational. その上 gives more weight to the sense of “on top of that” and is somewhat more comfortable in writing. This is a tendency, not a strict rule.
More examples
彼は説明が上手だ。それに、質問にも丁寧に答えてくれる。
He is good at explaining things. Besides, he answers questions carefully.
Analyzeこのかばんは軽くて丈夫だ。それに、値段も手ごろだ。
This bag is light and durable. What’s more, it is reasonably priced.
Analyze今日は風が強い。それに、雨も降っているから、出かけない。
The wind is strong today. Besides, it is raining, so I’m not going out.
Analyzeこの町は静かだ。それに、公園が多いので、子どもを育てやすい。
This town is quiet. It also has many parks, so it is a good place to raise children.
Analyzeホテルの部屋は清潔だった。それに、スタッフも親切だった。
The hotel room was clean. The staff were also kind.
Analyzeこの案は費用がかかりすぎる。それに、完成まで半年も必要だ。
This plan costs too much. Besides, it would take six months to complete.
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