B1noun 1K

Value

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈvæljuː/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈvæljuː/"]/

Meaning of Value

how much something is worth in money or other goods for which it can be exchanged

In simple words: The worth or importance of something.

Value in a sentence

• The value of the painting was appraised at millions of dollars.
• She places a high value on honesty and integrity in her relationships.
• The company had to reduce the value of its stocks due to market changes.
• In mathematics, the value of x is often unknown until it is solved.
• Cultural values can significantly impact a society's norms and behaviors.
• The new software adds great value to our existing system.
• Her insights into customer preferences offered immense value to the marketing team.
• He didn't realize the value of friendship until it was too late.
• The researcher highlighted the value of education in improving individual lives.

How to use Value

Use 'value' when talking about how much something is worth, either in money or in importance. It's suitable for both personal and professional contexts. Avoid using in overly casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

value + object

Memory hint

Think of 'value' as 'val-You' — what you personally hold important.

Related words

Collocations with Value

• high
• low
• full
• place
• put
• set
• double
• triple
• etc.
• in value
• to the value of
• an increase in value
• a rise in value
• a drop in value
• excellent
• good
• great
• deliver
• offer
• provide
• value for money
• enormous
• great
• high
• have
• attach
• place
• be
• lie
• judgement
• of value
• value to
• dominant
• conservative
• conventional
• set
• have
• hold
• cherish
• system
• production values
• high
• low
• full
• place
• put
• set
• double
• triple
• etc.
• in value
• to the value of
• an increase in value
• a rise in value
• a drop in value

Synonyms for Value

• benefit

Opposites of Value

• worthlessness
• unimportance

Common mistakes with Value

• Confused with 'evaluate' - 'value' is about worth, 'evaluate' is about assessing.
• Omitting the object - use 'value' with something to make sense, e.g., 'I value honesty.'
• Using 'value' as a noun when it should be a verb - remember it can be both.

Frequently asked questions about Value

What does Value mean?

The worth or importance of something.

What is the definition of Value?

how much something is worth in money or other goods for which it can be exchanged

How do you use Value in a sentence?

The value of the painting was appraised at millions of dollars.

Can you give another example of Value?

She places a high value on honesty and integrity in her relationships.

What are synonyms for Value?

Common alternatives include benefit.

What is the opposite of Value?

Opposite meanings include worthlessness, unimportance.

What words go with Value?

It commonly pairs with high, low, full, place, put, set, double, triple, etc., in value, to the value of, an increase in value, a rise in value, a drop in value, excellent, good, great, deliver, offer, provide, value for money, enormous, great, high, have, attach, place, be, lie, judgement, of value, value to, dominant, conservative, conventional, set, have, hold, cherish, system, production values, high, low, full, place, put, set, double, triple, etc., in value, to the value of, an increase in value, a rise in value, a drop in value.

What are common mistakes when using Value?

Confused with 'evaluate' - 'value' is about worth, 'evaluate' is about assessing. Omitting the object - use 'value' with something to make sense, e.g., 'I value honesty.' Using 'value' as a noun when it should be a verb - remember it can be both.

How do you pronounce Value?

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

When should I use Value?

Use 'value' when talking about how much something is worth, either in money or in importance. It's suitable for both personal and professional contexts. Avoid using in overly casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Value?

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