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Vale la pena

[BAH-leh lah PEH-nah]

phrase

LanguageSpanish (Spain)

Meaning
  1. It is worth it
  2. You use this expression to justify an action that requires extra effort because the result is rewarding.
Examples

El viaje es largo pero Vale la pena.

The trip is long but it is worth it.

Estudiar idiomas Vale la pena.

Studying languages is worth it.

PronunciationBAH-leh lah PEH-nah

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How it is usedUsed to say that an effort or action is worthwhile.

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