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"Worth it" is a phrase which is often translated as "valer la pena", and "worthwhile" is an adjective which is also often translated as "valer la pena". Learn more about the difference between "worth it" and "worthwhile" below.
worth it(
wuhrth
iht
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. valer la pena
The hike was strenuous, but after reaching the top, the view was worth it.La excursión fue agotadora, pero despúes de llegar a la cima, la vista valió la pena.
b. merecer la pena
You could try giving them a call. It might be worth it.Podrías intentar llamarlos.Quizás merezca la pena.
worthwhile(
wuhrth
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wayl
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
a. valer la pena
There are many towns off the beaten path that are worthwhile visiting.Hay muchos pueblos apartados del circuito turístico que valen la pena visitar.
b. merecer la pena
Getting to the truth was difficult, but it was worthwhile.Descubrir la verdad fue difícil, pero mereció la pena.
