此外 (cǐwài)

此外 introduces additional information that goes beyond what has already been mentioned, meaning "in addition," "besides," or "apart from this."

Meanings

[conjunction] In addition; besides; moreover; apart from this (adds supplementary information).

Example Sentences

这个城市有很多博物馆。此外，还有很多公园可以参观。 Zhège chéngshì yǒu hěn duō bówùguǎn. Cǐwài, hái yǒu hěn duō gōngyuán kěyǐ cānguān. This city has many museums. In addition, there are also many parks to visit.

他会说英语和法语。此外，他还在学习日语。 Tā huì shuō Yīngyǔ hé Fǎyǔ. Cǐwài, tā hái zài xuéxí Rìyǔ. He can speak English and French. Besides, he is also learning Japanese.

申请人需要提交简历和证件。此外，还需要一封推荐信。 Shēnqǐngrén xūyào tíjiāo jiǎnlì hé zhèngjiàn. Cǐwài, hái xūyào yī fēng tuījiànxìn. Applicants need to submit a resume and documents. In addition, a letter of recommendation is also required.

这个方案节省了成本。此外，它也提高了工作效率。 Zhège fāng'àn jiéshěng le chéngběn. Cǐwài, tā yě tígāo le gōngzuò xiàolǜ. This plan saved costs. Moreover, it also improved work efficiency.

Collocations

Collocation	Meaning
此外还	in addition, there is also
除此之外	apart from this; in addition to this
在此之外	beyond this

Usage Notes

此外 typically appears at the beginning of a new sentence or clause to introduce a separate but related point. It is more formal than 另外 and is frequently used in written Chinese, essays, and reports.

Memory Hook

此 means "this" and 外 means "outside/beyond"; 此外 steps outside of what was just said to add something more.