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Chan-Seung Lee

Joined: 03 Dec 2005
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Posted: Tue Oct 07, 2008 6:06 am Post subject: worth

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1.This book is worth reading.
2.It is worth while reading this book.
3.It is worth while to read this book.
4.This book is worthy of reading.
5.This book is worthy to read.

1.Do they make sense?
2.Do they the same meaning?
3.If so, which one is the most commonly used among native speakers?

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Bob S.

Joined: 29 Apr 2004
Posts: 1767
Location: So. Cal

Posted: Thu Oct 09, 2008 10:21 am Post subject: Re: worth

Chan-Seung Lee wrote:

Quote:

1.This book is worth reading.
2.It is worth while reading this book.
3.It is worth while to read this book.
4.This book is worthy of reading.
5.This book is worthy to read.

1.Do they make sense?

Yes, they all make sense.

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2.Do they the same meaning?

#1, 3, 4, & 5 basically mean the same thing. They are recommendations for the book. #2 can be a recommendation, but it sounds more like a statement of personal experience. You are reading the book now, and you feel it is worth while to you.

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3.If so, which one is the most commonly used among native speakers?

#1 because it is simplest.
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