worthwhile (**워스**와일) — worth the time, money, or effort spent; of value or importance
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: worth the time, money, or effort spent; of value or importance
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈwɜːrθˌwaɪl/
Korean meaning: 가치가 있는, 보람 있는, 할 만한
Korean pronunciation: **워스**와일
Example Sentences
- Cleaning my room turned out to be worthwhile when I found $20 under the bed.
- Volunteering at the animal shelter is a worthwhile way to spend weekends.
- She decided the expensive cooking class was worthwhile after making her first perfect soufflé.
worthwhile
ADJECTIVE//ˈwɜːrθˌwaɪl//
worth the time, money, or effort spent; of value or importance
worth the time, money, or effort spent; of value or importance
Meanwhile watching the crocodile proves worthwhile!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
worth(가치)와 while(시간) 두 단어가 합쳐져서 '시간을 들일 만한 가치가 있는'이라는 의미가 되었습니다. 마치 귀중한 시간을 투자할 만큼 가치 있다는 뜻이죠.
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📝Examples
“Cleaning my room turned out to be worthwhile when I found $20 under the bed.”
“Volunteering at the animal shelter is a worthwhile way to spend weekends.”
“She decided the expensive cooking class was worthwhile after making her first perfect soufflé.”
“Is it worthwhile to wake up at 5 AM just to avoid traffic? My bed says no.”
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