value (EN)

noun, verb

noun “value”

1. the trait that makes something wanted or worthwhile
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   The sentimental value of my grandmother's necklace far exceeds its monetary worth.
2. how much importance something has
   The value of honesty in our friendship cannot be overstated.
3. what a person deeply respects or believes in
   Her values led her to volunteer at the animal shelter every weekend.
4. a specific number or detail that is found by measuring or calculating
   The value of x in the equation 2x + 3 = 7 is 2.
5. how long a note should be held in music
   In this piece, the values of the notes vary, with semibreves being the longest.
6. how light or dark a color appears in an artwork
   Adjusting the value of the sky from light to dark added depth to the landscape painting.
7. the exact meaning of something
   To fully grasp the value of the phrase "time is money," one must experience the pressures of a tight deadline.

verb “value”

1. to care for or treasure something
   She values her grandmother's ring more than any other piece of jewelry she owns.
2. to think very highly of something or consider it important
   She values her grandmother's advice above all else.
3. to determine how much something is worth
   Before selling the painting, she decided to have it valued by an expert.