No. 80 in Ukrainian
варто
"Варто" means "worth" or "it is worth" in English.
In a sentence
Варто прочитати цю книгу, вона дуже цікава.
It's worth reading this book; it's very interesting.
Here, 'варто' is used to suggest something worthwhile or recommend an action.
Якщо варто, можеш відкликати свою пропозицію.
If necessary, you can withdraw your proposal.
In this case, 'варто' implies necessity or something deserved, dependent on the context.
Чи варто ризикувати заради такого результату?
Is it worth risking success for such a result?
Here, 'варто' questions whether an action merits or justifies effort or risk.
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