B1adjective1K

UK/["/ˈvæljuəbl/"]/US/["/ˈvæljuəbl/"]/

Meaning of Valuable

In simple words: Something that is worth a lot or is important.

Valuable in a sentence

  • This painting is very valuable because of its historical significance.
  • Having a mentor can be a valuable experience for young professionals.
  • The information you have provided is valuable for our research.
  • Time is a valuable resource that you should manage wisely.
  • The lessons learned from failure can be as valuable as success.

How to use Valuable

Use 'valuable' when describing things that have worth, importance, or usefulness. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, such as describing experiences, advice, or objects. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts where simpler words like 'good' or 'helpful' may fit better.

Grammar pattern

valuable + noun

Memory hint

Imagine a gold bar—it's valuable and worth a lot!

Related words

Opposites of Valuable

Common mistakes with Valuable

  • Confusing 'valuable' with 'valueless' which means having no worth.
  • Using 'valuable' to describe a person's character instead of skills or possessions.
  • Omitting the noun after 'valuable' when using it in a sentence.

Compare Valuable with Precious, Important, Worthwhile, Beneficial, Useful

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Frequently asked questions about Valuable

What does Valuable mean?

Something that is worth a lot or is important.

What is the definition of Valuable?

worth a lot of money

How do you use Valuable in a sentence?

This painting is very valuable because of its historical significance.

Can you give another example of Valuable?

Having a mentor can be a valuable experience for young professionals.

What are synonyms for Valuable?

Common alternatives include precious, important, worthwhile, beneficial, useful.

What is the opposite of Valuable?

Opposite meanings include worthless, insignificant.

What words go with Valuable?

It commonly pairs with be, look, become, extremely, fairly, very, be, prove, seem, extremely, fairly, very, as, for, to.

What are common mistakes when using Valuable?

Confusing 'valuable' with 'valueless' which means having no worth. Using 'valuable' to describe a person's character instead of skills or possessions. Omitting the noun after 'valuable' when using it in a sentence.

How do you pronounce Valuable?

US: /["/ˈvæljuəbl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈvæljuəbl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Valuable?

Use 'valuable' when describing things that have worth, importance, or usefulness. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, such as describing experiences, advice, or objects. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts where simpler words like 'good' or 'helpful' may fit better.

What CEFR level is Valuable?

"Valuable" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.