Meaning
La expresión «It's worth» se utiliza en inglés para indicar que algo merece la pena o tiene un valor significativo. Esta frase se emplea cuando queremos comunicar que una acción, objeto o experiencia justifica el tiempo, esfuerzo o dinero invertido. Por ejemplo, si ves una película que te ha impresionado mucho, podrías decir: «It's worth watching», lo que significa que verla merece la pena.
En español, podríamos traducir esta expresión como «vale la pena». Se usa en situaciones donde queremos enfatizar que el resultado o el valor obtenido supera las expectativas o el costo asociado. Por ejemplo, si estás considerando comprar una computadora nueva que tiene excelentes características a un precio razonable, podrías pensar: «It's worth the price», lo que implica que el dinero que gastarás está justificado por el valor de la computadora.
En resumen, «It's worth» es una manera efectiva de recomendar o validar una acción o elección ante otras personas, resaltando su valor o beneficio.
Today's Sentences
- It’s worth trying.
- It’s worth buying.
- It’s worth visiting.
- It’s worth reading.
- It’s worth practicing.
- Writer's Note
01
It’s worth trying.
Situation 1
What are you eating?
It’s a vegan protein-rich meal.
Is it any good?
It doesn’t look very appetizing.
No parece muy apetitoso.
It’s worth trying.
I like it for the nutrients.
Me gusta por los nutrientes.
Situation 2
Do you like tofu?
It’s worth trying.
It’s high in protein and great for adding flavor.
Es rico en proteínas y excelente para agregar sabor.
I tried tofu burgers once and they weren’t that bad.
I must’ve had one too many drinks.
Debo haber bebido demasiadas.
I think if they didn’t tell you it was tofu, you’d enjoy it more.
02
It’s worth buying.
Situation 1
How do people afford such expensive things?
What kinds of things?
Like clothes, electronics, cars, and vacations.
It’s worth buying if you can afford it.
I feel that people do overspend and overindulge these days.
Siento que la gente gasta y se excede en estos días.
Situation 2
How do you like your new electric car?
It’s worth buying.
I see the advantages and disadvantages.
Veo las ventajas y desventajas.
Take me for a ride sometime.
No time like the present.
Let’s go!
¡Vamos!
03
It’s worth visiting.
Situation 1
How was your summer in Italy?
It was beautiful and there was so much delicious food.
I’d love to travel there with my husband one day.
It’s worth visiting.
Situation 2
Did you go to all the museums while you were in Paris?
There are too many to see in one visit.
But we were able to fit in museum visits here and there.
Pero pudimos incluir visitas al museo aquí y allá.
I’m going there in the fall.
It’s worth visiting.
The Louvre was the best one, hands down.
El Louvre fue el mejor, sin duda.
04
It’s worth reading.
Situation 1
I always see you with something to read.
I’ve been reading these magazine articles lately.
I usually just look at the photos and product info.
It’s worth reading.
I think these type of articles are underrated.
Creo que este tipo de artículos está subestimado.
Situation 2
These novels that were recommended on the reading list look really interesting.
Can I take a look?
Sure.
Have you read any?
¿Has leído alguno?
I’ve read the first 10 that were recommended.
They’re worth reading.
Vale la pena leerlos.
05
It’s worth practicing.
Situation 1
I signed up for basketball but I don’t know if I’ll be any good.
If you love something enough, it’s worth practicing.
I hope so.
I really want to play well.
Realmente quiero jugar bien.
If you put in blood, sweat, and tears then you will eventually reach your goal.
Situation 2
I’m learning the violin but I don’t seem to be improving much.
Well, do you enjoy it?
I do. I want to play all these beautiful pieces.
But I just can’t seem to get my skills up to the level I need.
Pero simplemente no puedo mejorar mis habilidades al nivel que necesito.
Well, keep your expectations high and keep up with the lessons.
It’s worth practicing if you love it.
Vale la pena practicar si te encanta.
Writer's Note
"Worth" usually follows the verb "to be" and is often used with "it". To leave the ground and begin flight. 2. To take off in popularity, success, or momentum. (figurative) It can then be followed by an "-ing" clause. You can see in the examples above, that this formula applies. But here's another way to use it! "Worth" is only used after verbs such as "be, seem, look" (as a predicative adjective). It means 'having a particular value', especially in money.
- It seems like it would be worth your time to get an accountant.
- Do you know how much your watch is worth?
- These costly investments aren't worth the pursuit.
- For what it's worth, I still love you.
- A picture is worth a thousand words.
- Wouldn't it be worth the wait if you purchased a new car after saving for one?
The predicate tells us what the subject is doing or experiencing and usually consists of a verb or a verb phrase and possibly a direct object, subject complement, and/or other modifiers.
So what things are worth your time? Who, in your life, makes you feel self-worth? What hobbies are worth your time? Is learning English worth it?
To get the most mileage out of these posts, try to involve aspects of your life in the situations and make it your own! 💛If you get tired, learn to rest. Not to quit.💛
