verb

merecer

deserve

Recibir algo bueno o malo porque se ha hecho algo para ganarlo o para que pase.

The word "merecer" in Spanish means "to deserve" or "to be worthy of." It refers to earning or being entitled to something based on one's actions or qualities. For example, a person might deserve praise for their hard work or a reward for their efforts.

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Examples

Tú mereces lo mejor en tu vida.verb

You deserve the best in your life.

Creo que mereces una oportunidad por tu esfuerzo.verb

I think you deserve an opportunity for your effort.

Ella merece un premio por su esfuerzo.verb

She deserves an award for her effort.

Ella merece un premio.verb

She deserves a prize.

Mereces una oportunidad.verb

You deserve a chance.

Todos los estudiantes merecen respeto durante la clase.verb

All students deserve respect during the class.

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