worth
Translation
worth
Examples
This book is worth reading.
This book is worth reading.
How much is this painting worth?
How much is this painting worth?
It's not worth the effort.
It's not worth the effort.
Grammar Patterns
be worth ((-ing)) to be good or important enough to do (sth.) This book is worth reading.
be worth ((sth.)) to have a particular value This house is worth a lot of money.
Similar Words
Synonyms: value, merit, price
Etymology
From Old English *weorþ* meaning 'value, price, merit'.
Memory Tips
Imagine weighing something on a scale to see its 'worth'.