value
Significado: Worth or importance; principles; to consider important
'Value' as a noun means monetary worth ('market value'), importance ('educational value'), or moral principles ('family values'). As a verb, it means to consider something important or precious. 'Good value' means worth the price. 'Value for money' emphasises cost-effectiveness.
Ejemplos
- The painting has increased in value over the years. 这幅画多年来不断升值。La pintura ha aumentado de valor a lo largo de los años.その絵は年々価値が上がっています。그 그림은 해가 갈수록 가치가 올랐습니다.
- She values honesty above everything else. 她最重视诚实。Ella valora la honestidad por encima de todo.彼女は何よりも誠実さを大切にしています。그녀는 무엇보다도 정직을 소중히 여깁니다.
- This course offers excellent value for money. 这门课程物超所值。Este curso ofrece una excelente relación calidad-precio.このコースは素晴らしいコストパフォーマンスです。이 강좌는 훌륭한 가성비를 제공합니다.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: general
Tono: neutral
Origen e historia
From Old French 'value', feminine past participle of 'valoir' (to be worth), from Latin 'valere' meaning 'to be strong, to be worth'. The same root gives us 'valid', 'valiant', and 'evaluate'. The moral sense of 'values' (principles) emerged in the 20th century.
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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