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    Merece (en. Deserves)

    /meˈɾeθe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To have the right to something because of one's qualities or actions.
    She deserves recognition for her hard work.
    Ella merece el reconocimiento por su arduo trabajo.
    To be worthy of consideration or special treatment.
    This place deserves a visit.
    Este lugar merece una visita.
    To be deserving of a reward or punishment based on actions performed.
    Justice must decide who deserves punishment.
    La justicia debe decidir quién merece castigo.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'merere', which means 'to deserve, to earn'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    it is worth it
    Indicates that something is valuable or important enough to make an effort.
    merece la pena
    deserves attention
    Refers to something that requires focus or consideration.
    merece la atención
    deserves applause
    Used to indicate that someone has achieved something that deserves recognition.
    merece un aplauso

    Related Words

    meritorious
    That deserves recognition or reward.
    meritorio
    to deserve
    A related verb that implies the act of being worthy of something.
    merecer
    worthy
    To have qualities that make someone or something deserving of respect or consideration.
    digno

    Slang Meanings

    It is sometimes used to denote that someone is in a position that deserves support or consideration.
    That guy deserves a break after everything he's been through.
    Ese chico merece un break después de todo lo que ha pasado.
    In some regions, it is used to express that something is fair or appropriate.
    That gift is deserved, he has earned it.
    Ese regalo le merece, se lo ha ganado.