value
/ˈvæljuː/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈvæljuː/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈval-(ˌ)yü/ (ame, mw) · /ˈvæl.juː/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈvæl.juː/ (ame, ipa)
value — 名詞
- valuesingular
- valuesplural
1. the money that something could sell for if someone wanted to buy it
價值
物品在市場上的金錢價格
the money that something could sell for if someone wanted to buy it
The value of Élise's apartment rose sharply after the new train station opened.
Élise 的公寓在新火車站啟用後價值大幅上漲。
value + rise/fall (collocation for price change)
Antique dealers calculate the value of old furniture before they make an offer.
古董商人在出價前會先估算舊傢俱的價值。
Land in this area tends to hold its value better than in other parts of the city.
這塊區域的土地比市區其他地方更能保值。
The market value of the painting was much higher than the auction house had expected.
這幅畫的市場價值遠高於拍賣行的預期。
Nobody at the garage sale could agree on the value of the old vinyl records.
在跳蚤市場上，沒人能對那批老黑膠唱片的價值達成共識。
- price
the specific amount asked or paid, whereas 'value' is a broader assessment
- worth
similar meaning but slightly more subjective and less technical
- market price
the current value determined by what buyers are willing to pay
文法句型
the value of [something]
[something]'s value
用法筆記
Often used with prepositions 'of' (the value of something) or 'at' (valued at an amount). The plural 'values' can refer to prices of multiple items ('property values have fallen').
常見錯誤
2. the importance that something has for a particular person, often for emotional,
重要性
事物對個人的情感意義
the importance that something has for a particular person, often for emotional, personal, or relational reasons
The value of friendship became clear to Indra when she moved to a new city alone.
Indra 獨自搬到一個新城市後，才明白友誼的重要性。
the value of [abstract noun]
Arjun's grandfather taught him the value of patience through years of quiet example.
Arjun 的祖父多年來以身作則，教會了他耐心的價值。
Takeshi did not understand the sentimental value of the old watch until his mother explained its history.
Takeshi 原本不懂那隻舊手錶的情感價值，直到母親說出它的故事。
People from different cultures place very different values on things like punctuality and politeness.
來自不同文化的人們對於守時和禮貌等事物所賦予的重要性差異很大。
For Salma, a quiet evening at home was of greater value than any party or social event.
對 Salma 來說，在家安靜度過一晚比任何派對或社交活動都更有價值。
- importance
broader and more formal; can apply to practical matters too
- significance
more formal, often used for long-term or deep importance
- worth
overlaps in meaning, especially in 'worth of a relationship'
文法句型
the value of [something]
place a value on [something]
用法筆記
Distinguish from noun sense 3 (USEFULNESS): this sense is about emotional or relational significance, while sense 3 is about practical utility. Use 'place a high value on [something]' to express what someone considers important.
常見錯誤
3. the quality that makes something helpful, practical, or worth doing for a partic
實用性
事物在實際用途上的助益
the quality that makes something helpful, practical, or worth doing for a particular purpose
This research data is of great value to scientists studying the effects of climate change.
這份研究數據對於研究氣候變遷的科學家來說極具價值。
be of great value to [someone]
Gabriel questioned the value of spending so much money on a software system nobody would use.
Gabriel 質疑把那麼多錢花在一套沒人會用的軟體系統上是否值得。
The training program offers real value for anyone hoping to start their own restaurant.
這項培訓計畫對於任何想自己開餐廳的人來說都很實用。
Historical documents have lasting value even when they are difficult to read at first.
歷史文獻即使起初難以解讀，仍然具有長遠的價值。
The value of regular exercise goes far beyond just helping people lose weight.
定期運動的好處遠不止幫助人們減重而已。
- uselessness
complete lack of value or purpose
文法句型
be of [adjective] value to [someone]
have [adjective] value
常見錯誤
4. a collection of beliefs and moral standards that guide how a person or group beh
價值觀
引導行為的道德信念與標準
a collection of beliefs and moral standards that guide how a person or group behaves, especially concerning right and wrong
The school tries to teach students traditional values such as honesty and respect for others.
學校努力教導學生誠實和尊重他人等傳統價值觀。
traditional / moral / family values (common modifiers)
Amani's parents passed on strong values about helping people in the local community.
Amani 的父母教導她要幫助當地社區的人們，將此視為重要的價值觀。
The company lists environmental protection as one of its core values.
這家公司將環境保護列為其核心價值觀之一。
Liam's personal values clashed with the way the marketing department was running its campaigns.
Liam 的個人價值觀與行銷部門運作活動的方式產生了衝突。
Modern societies often struggle to agree on a shared set of values across different communities.
現代社會往往難以在跨社群之間就一套共享的價值觀達成共識。
- principles
more formal and abstract; focuses on moral rules rather than guiding beliefs
- ideals
emphasises the aspirational or perfect standard someone aims for
- standards
focuses on the expected level of behaviour
文法句型
[someone]'s values
family / moral / traditional values
用法筆記
Almost always used in the plural form ('values') in this sense. The singular 'value' is rare and only appears in fixed phrases like 'a person of value' or 'value system'.
常見錯誤
5. a number or quantity shown by a letter, symbol, or measurement in mathematics, s
數值
符號或測量所代表的數目
a number or quantity shown by a letter, symbol, or measurement in mathematics, science, or computing
In this equation, the variable X can take any value between zero and one hundred.
在這個方程式中，變數 X 可以取介於零到一百之間的任何數值。
take a value (common maths collocation)
The pH value of pure water at room temperature is exactly seven.
純水在室溫下的酸鹼值正好是七。
Christopher entered all the measured values into the computer for further analysis.
Christopher 將所有測量到的數值輸入電腦以供進一步分析。
Each sensor records the numerical value of the voltage every few seconds.
每個感測器每隔幾秒就會記錄電壓的數值。
The average value of the test results was lower than the engineers had predicted.
測試結果的平均數值低於工程師們原先的預測。
文法句型
the value of [variable/measurement]
[something] takes/has a value
常見錯誤
6. the quality of being worth the amount of money paid, measured by comparing price
划算
價格與所得品質間的比例
the quality of being worth the amount of money paid, measured by comparing price with the benefit or quality received
The set lunch at that restaurant is excellent value at only three hundred dollars for three courses.
那家餐廳的套餐三道菜只要三百元，非常划算。
good / great / excellent value (common adjective pairs)
For value, you cannot beat this brand of washing powder according to the consumer reports.
根據消費者報告，就划算程度而言，這個品牌的洗衣粉無人能敵。
The Sato family chose the hotel because it offered good value for money compared with others nearby.
Sato 一家選擇那間旅館，因為與附近其他旅館相比它物有所值。
Many shoppers now look for value rather than luxury when they buy clothes for everyday use.
許多消費者在購買日常穿著的衣物時，看重的是划算而非奢華。
The all-in-one printer gives good value because it also scans, copies, and sends faxes.
這台多功能印表機很划算，因為它還能掃描、影印和傳真。
- rip-off
informal; something that costs too much for what you get
文法句型
[something] is good / excellent / great value
value for money
常見錯誤
value — 動詞
- valuepresent simple I / you / we / they
- values3rd person singular
- valuing-ing form
- valuedpast simple
1. to say what price something could be sold for after examining it or calculating
估價
估算物品的金錢價值
to say what price something could be sold for after examining it or calculating its qualities
A professional jeweller valued the diamond ring and said it was worth over fifty thousand dollars.
一位專業珠寶商為那枚鑽戒估價，說它價值超過五萬美元。
passive: valued at [amount]
The insurance company sent an expert to value the damaged car after the accident.
保險公司派了一位專家在事故後為受損的汽車估價。
Obi's antique desk was valued at nearly eight thousand dollars by the auction house.
Obi 的古董書桌被拍賣行估價近八千美元。
Property in this neighbourhood has been valued much higher since the park was renovated.
這個社區的房地產自從公園翻新後，估價大幅上升。
William asked three different dealers to value his collection of rare coins.
William 請了三位不同的經銷商為他的稀有錢幣收藏估價。
文法句型
value [something] at [amount]
be valued at [amount]
用法筆記
Frequently used in the passive voice followed by 'at' + amount: 'something is valued at [price]'. The active voice means an expert performs the appraisal.
常見錯誤
2. to feel that someone or something matters a lot to you and to treat them with ca
珍視
認為很重要而珍惜
to feel that someone or something matters a lot to you and to treat them with care and appreciation
Rania deeply values the time she spends each week with her elderly grandmother.
Rania 非常珍惜她每週與年邁祖母相處的時光。
deeply / highly value (common intensifiers)
The team leader said she values her employees' opinions and always listens to their ideas.
團隊組長說她重視員工的意見，並會傾聽他們的想法。
Unlike her brother, Defne valued her privacy above everything else in her life.
與哥哥不同，Defne 將自己的隱私看得比生活中其他任何事都重要。
The local school is valued by the whole community as a safe place for children to learn.
當地學校被整個社區視為孩子們安全的學習場所而受到重視。
Lucía valued curiosity more than test scores when she was teaching her science class.
Lucía 在教科學課時，重視好奇心甚於考試分數。
- cherish
warmer and more emotional; emphasises affection and care
- treasure
similar to 'cherish'; suggests keeping something safe and dear
- appreciate
focuses on recognising the worth of something, often with gratitude
- disregard
to treat something as unimportant or unworthy of attention
- undervalue
to not recognise the true worth of someone or something
文法句型
value [someone/something]
highly value [someone/something]
用法筆記
Distinguish from verb sense 1 (APPRAISE): this sense is about emotional importance, not monetary assessment. The adverb 'highly' is commonly used to intensify: 'a highly valued member of the team'.
常見錯誤
value — 形容詞
- valuepositive
- more valuecomparative
- most valuesuperlative
1. describing a product or service sold at a low price while still offering reasona
平價的
低價但仍有一定品質的
describing a product or service sold at a low price while still offering reasonable quality, usually as part of a budget product line
The supermarket chain launched a new value range that includes basic items like rice and cooking oil.
這家連鎖超市推出了一個新的平價系列，包括米和食用油等基本商品。
value range / value brand / value line (common retail terms)
Many consumers now choose value brands over expensive designer labels to save money.
許多消費者現在選擇平價品牌而非昂貴的設計師品牌來省錢。
The airline introduced a value fare that only includes a seat and one small piece of luggage.
這家航空推出了平價票價方案，只包含一個座位和一件小型行李。
Esteban bought the value pack of toilet paper because it was cheaper per roll than the regular size.
Esteban 買了平價包裝的衛生紙，因為每捲的價格比一般尺寸便宜。
Mei-Lin chose the value washing powder because it cost twenty dollars less than the popular brand.
Mei-Lin 選擇了平價洗衣粉，因為它比知名品牌便宜二十美元。
文法句型
value [noun] — always before a noun
用法筆記
This adjective is used only before a noun ('value brand', 'value range', 'value product'). It cannot be used after a linking verb: ❌ 'This product is value.' ✅ 'This is a value product.'