What it means
にもまして means “more than” or “even more than,” emphasizing that the degree of a quality or situation exceeds a stated standard. It attaches directly to a noun that serves as the point of comparison, and the main clause describes the greater degree. This expression is formal and is especially common in written, academic, and carefully prepared language.
Usage note
にもまして normally follows a noun, often a time period, person, or previous state. It is more formal than the similar expression よりも, and it should not be confused with にも増して, which has the same pronunciation and meaning but is written with kanji in some contexts.
How to use it
昨年にもまして、今年の冬は寒いです。
This winter is even colder than last year.
昨年にもまして、今年の冬は寒い。
This winter is even colder than last year.
Example sentences
昨年にもまして、今年は海外からの観光客が増え、駅周辺は終日活気に満ちている。
More than last year, the number of tourists from overseas has increased this year, and the area around the station is filled with energy all day long.
以前にもまして、地域の図書館では子ども向けの講座が充実している。
More than before, the local library offers a richer selection of classes for children.