Noun + に加えて

[In addition to; on top of]

Connection: Noun + に加えて / Noun + に加え

Usage: Expresses adding one thing on top of another. Often used when the addition makes a situation more significant — either more positive or more negative. Common in formal writing and news.

Variations:

• に加えて: standard form
• に加え: slightly more formal, often in written language
• に加えての + Noun: modifying a noun

Similar expressions:

• のほかに = besides (more neutral)
• だけでなく = not only (more conversational)

Examples:

経験に加えて、高い語学力も求められる。(In addition to experience, high language ability is also required.)

円安に加えて原油価格の高騰が家計を圧迫している。(On top of the weak yen, surging oil prices are straining household finances.)

仕事に加えて、育児もしなければならない。(In addition to work, I also have to take care of children.)