Meaning of the word "be worth" in English
What does "be worth" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
be worth
US /bi wɜrθ/
UK /bi wɜːθ/
Idiom
1.
to have a particular value, especially in money
Example:
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The painting must be worth a fortune.
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The old car isn't worth much now.
2.
to be important or useful enough to do something
Example:
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It's not worth arguing about.
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The effort was well worth it.