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    Valent (en. Are worth)

    /valɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who has value or deserves to be valued.
    These diamonds are worth a lot.
    Ces diamants valent cher.
    Said of those who have equivalent value.
    One euro in this hand is worth one euro in the other.
    Un euro dans cette main vaut un euro dans l'autre.
    Which applies to a current situation or agreement.
    This offer is valid until the end of the month.
    Cette offre vaut jusqu'à la fin du mois.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'valens', 'valentis', meaning 'strong, powerful'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    they are worth it
    They are worthy of interest.
    ils valent le coup
    it’s worth the trip
    It is interesting to see or do it.
    ça vaut le détour
    time is money
    Time is precious and should be used efficiently.
    le temps vaut de l'argent

    Related Words

    value
    Quality or importance attributed to something.
    valeur
    to be worth
    To have a value or quality based on something.
    valoir
    valid
    Which conforms to a rule or law.
    valide

    Slang Meanings

    Valued in a specific context.
    This project is worth its weight in gold for the company.
    Ce projet vaut de l'or pour l'entreprise.
    Recommended or highly appreciated by peers.
    This movie is worth watching.
    Ce film-là, il vaut le coup d'œil.