Spanish Word · Intermediate
merecer
to deserve / be worth
Pronunciation: meh-reh-SEHR
Meaning
To deserve something, or to be worth an effort or price.
Example
El museo merece la visita.
The museum is worth the visit.
Practice tips
- Practice merecer out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.