Translation guide
Expresses a greater degree or quantity than before or than expected. In Japanese, this is often conveyed through adverbs, comparative structures, or specific phrases depending on the context.
Indicates that something is more intense, larger, or to a higher degree than previously mentioned or implied.
A versatile adverb meaning 'more' or 'even more'. Used in many contexts to indicate a greater degree.
もっと大きい声で話してください。
Please speak in an even louder voice.
もっと勉強しなければならない。
I have to study even more.
Means 'furthermore', 'even more', or 'in addition'. Often used in formal or written contexts, or to add information.
さらに詳しい情報が必要です。
We need even more detailed information.
彼はさらに努力した。
He made even more effort.
A somewhat formal adverb meaning 'even more' or 'still more'. Often used in written language.
一層のご支援をお願いします。
We ask for your even greater support.
Means 'all the more', 'even more so'. Used when a reason or condition makes something more intense.
雨が降っているから、なおさら外に出たくない。
Since it's raining, I want to go out even less.
A more emphatic version of 一層, meaning 'even more' or 'all the more'. Formal and somewhat literary.
より一層の努力が必要だ。
Even greater effort is needed.
Adds extra quantity or items, emphasizing that there is more beyond what was stated.
Used to add information or items, meaning 'furthermore' or 'even more'.
さらに3つ質問があります。
I have three more questions.
Can also be used to request or state additional quantity.
もっとケーキを食べたい。
I want to eat even more cake.
Means 'on top of that' or 'what's more', often used in casual speech to add something, sometimes with a negative nuance.
Highlights that the degree exceeds expectations or a norm.
Means 'more than usual' or 'even more than always'.
今日はいつも以上に混んでいる。
It's even more crowded than usual today.
Means 'more than I thought' or 'even more than expected'.
試験は思ったより難しかった。
The exam was even more difficult than I thought.
Formal equivalent of 思ったより, meaning 'more than expected'.
結果は予想以上に良かった。
The result was even better than expected.
もっと is the most common and versatile word for 'more' or 'even more'. さらに is often used in formal contexts or when adding information. さらに can also imply 'furthermore' or 'in addition'.
もっと安いのはありますか？
Do you have an even cheaper one?
さらに詳しく説明してください。
Please explain in even more detail.
Do not translate 'even more' word-for-word as 'さえもっと' or similar. Use the appropriate adverb or phrase based on context.
He was late. And what's more, he forgot his homework.