Valgo (en. Self-worth)

ˈbalɡo

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To express that one has value or importance.
I am worth what I say.
Yo valgo lo que digo.
To indicate that something has a price or cost.
That car is worth a lot of money.
Ese coche valgo mucho dinero.
To demonstrate someone's capacity or virtue.
In this team, I am worth for my experience.
En este equipo, yo valgo por mi experiencia.

Etymology

From Latin 'valere', which means to be strong or to have value.

Common Phrases and Expressions

it's worth it
Indicates that something compensates the effort or cost it implies.
valgo la pena
I am worth nothing
Expression that indicates low self-esteem or a perception of lack of value.
no valgo nada
I am worth for myself
Refers to self-affirmation and personal independence.
valgo por mí mismo

Related Words

validity
Quality of being valid or having value.
validez
value
The quality of being valuable or worthy.
valor
to be worth
To have a price; to be sufficient for something.
valer

Slang Meanings

To be important or relevant in a social context.
At this party, I am worth a lot because I am a friend of the host.
En esta fiesta, yo valgo mucho porque soy amigo del anfitrión.
To feel confident in oneself.
Today, I am worth in the presentation because I have prepared.
Hoy valgo en la presentación porque me he preparado.