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～ni Ataisuru: Worthy Of

Learn ni ataisuru for "worthy of / deserving." This lesson combines form, context, examples, common mistakes, and practice so you can use the pattern in real communication.

12 minNihongo Hub Editorial TeamPublished 2026-06-06Updated 2026-06-06

Learning objectives

  • Lesson goals: Learn ni ataisuru for "worthy of / deserving."
  • Form and connection: [Noun/Verb辞书形] に値あたいする
  • Nuance in real use: に値する is Japanese's value ruler — it measures whether an action or quality deserves a certain evaluation. In Japanese education and work reviews, this expression conveys authoritative judgment.

Form and connection

[Noun/Verb辞书形] に値あたいする

Core Explanation

Learn ni ataisuru for "worthy of / deserving."

Cultural Note

に値する is Japanese's value ruler — it measures whether an action or quality deserves a certain evaluation. In Japanese education and work reviews, this expression conveys authoritative judgment.

Practical examples

It's an effort worthy of praise.
It's a book worth reading.

Common pitfalls

Build the base form before adding the pattern

Complete the required conjugation first. Do not keep polite and plain endings at the same time.

Match politeness to the situation

The examples are reliable starting points; relationships and context can still change the most natural wording.

Practice and answers

1. Write the connection formula for this lesson.
Show answer[Noun/Verb辞书形] に値あたいする
2. Explain the meaning of the first example.
Show answerIt's an effort worthy of praise.
3. Rewrite the final example using this lesson pattern.
Show answer読よむに値あたいする本ほんです。 ([Noun/Verb辞书形] に値あたいする)

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