deserve
/dɪˈzɜːv/ · /dɪˈzɝːv/
CEFR level B1Topic SocietyWord #2018 in the learning path
应得；值得
Definitions
v. To have earned something because of your actions or qualities.
应得；值得
Example
You deserve a rest after carrying those heavy boxes.
搬了那些沉重的箱子后，你该休息一下了。
Healthcare workers deserve greater recognition because their dedication contributes directly to the wellbeing of society.
医护人员值得获得更多认可，因为他们的奉献直接促进了社会福祉。
Collocations
- deserve praise
- deserve attention
- deserve to win
Word family
- deserving (adj.)
- undeserved (adj.)
Synonyms
- merit
Usage tip
接名词或to do；不用deserve doing表示主动。
FAQ
- What does deserve mean?
- To have earned something because of your actions or qualities.
- How is deserve pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈzɜːv/, US /dɪˈzɝːv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
