Grammar fix
on top of that
another strong point
Used to add another benefit or problem to the points already mentioned.
expression
How oftenCommon
LevelB2
Used inMostly spoken
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
The hotel was expensive, and on top of that, the room was tiny.
My commute takes nearly an hour, and on top of that, the buses are often packed during the morning rush.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: On the top of that, the train was delayed.
Say: On top of that, the train was delayed.
The fixed phrase does not use 'the' before 'top'.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Add another strong point
How formalConversationalFormal
on top of thatYou're here · Adds another benefit or problem to those already mentioned.
not to mentionAdds another strong point, usually followed by a noun phrase.what's moreIntroduces another fact that reinforces your argument.