B2 Expression 중립

auf etwas Wert legen

value something

To consider something important or significant.

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문화적 배경

Pünktlichkeit (punctuality) is the most cited thing Germans 'Wert legen' on. Being 5 minutes early is considered 'on time'. Discretion and privacy are highly valued. Swiss people 'Wert legen' on not discussing their salary or wealth openly. While similar to Germany, Austrians often 'Wert legen' on 'Höflichkeit' (politeness) and formal titles in professional settings. Direct feedback is a sign of respect. Managers 'Wert legen' on employees who speak their mind clearly rather than 'sugarcoating'.

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The 'Darauf' Trick

If you are unsure how to finish the sentence, just say 'Ich lege Wert darauf...' and then add a full sentence starting with 'dass'.

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Don't use 'an'

Many learners say 'Wert legen an', but this is always wrong. Stick to 'auf'.

To consider something important or significant.

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The 'Darauf' Trick

If you are unsure how to finish the sentence, just say 'Ich lege Wert darauf...' and then add a full sentence starting with 'dass'.

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Don't use 'an'

Many learners say 'Wert legen an', but this is always wrong. Stick to 'auf'.

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Job Interviews

This is the #1 phrase to use when asked about your strengths. It sounds professional and self-aware.

셀프 테스트

Fill in the missing preposition and article.

Ich lege großen Wert ______ ______ (m) Respekt.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: auf den

The phrase always takes 'auf' + Accusative. 'Respekt' is masculine, so 'den'.

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

A: Ich lege Wert darauf, dass du pünktlich bist. B: Ich lege Wert, dass du pünktlich bist.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: A

When followed by a 'dass' clause, the placeholder 'darauf' is mandatory.

Match the value to the situation.

Situation: Ein Vorstellungsgespräch (Job interview). Welchen Wert legt der Chef?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: {die|f} Zuverlässigkeit

Reliability is a professional value; the others are personal/lifestyle.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Ist dir das {das|n} Design wichtig? B: Nein, ich lege ______ Wert ______ das Aussehen, sondern nur auf die Funktion.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: keinen / auf

'Keinen Wert auf' means you don't care about it.

🎉 점수: /4

시각 학습 자료

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the missing preposition and article. Fill Blank B1

Ich lege großen Wert ______ ______ (m) Respekt.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: auf den

The phrase always takes 'auf' + Accusative. 'Respekt' is masculine, so 'den'.

Which sentence is grammatically correct? Choose B2

A: Ich lege Wert darauf, dass du pünktlich bist. B: Ich lege Wert, dass du pünktlich bist.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: A

When followed by a 'dass' clause, the placeholder 'darauf' is mandatory.

Match the value to the situation. situation_matching A2

Situation: Ein Vorstellungsgespräch (Job interview). Welchen Wert legt der Chef?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: {die|f} Zuverlässigkeit

Reliability is a professional value; the others are personal/lifestyle.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: Ist dir das {das|n} Design wichtig? B: Nein, ich lege ______ Wert ______ das Aussehen, sondern nur auf die Funktion.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: keinen / auf

'Keinen Wert auf' means you don't care about it.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

It's grammatically possible but sounds very strange. It implies you have a list of requirements for that person. Better say: 'Du bist mir wichtig.'

'Wichtig sein' is passive (Something is important to me). 'Wert legen' is active (I choose to make this important).

It is 'großen Wert' (Accusative) because it is the direct object of 'legen'.

Yes, 'Ich lege keinen Wert auf...' means 'I don't care about...'.

Yes, it is standard High German used in all German-speaking countries.

Yes, e.g., 'Ich lege Wert auf Bio-Qualität.'

The opposite is 'etwas vernachlässigen' (to neglect) or 'keinen Wert auf etwas legen'.

No, it sounds clear and principled. It's very common in professional settings.

Yes: 'Er legte immer Wert auf seine Kleidung.'

The concept is 'die Wertlegung', but this is very rare and bureaucratic. Stick to the verb phrase.

관련 표현

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etwas schätzen

similar

To appreciate or value something.

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etwas großschreiben

synonym

To prioritize something highly.

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Gewicht beimessen

specialized form

To attribute weight/importance to an argument.

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wichtig sein

similar

To be important.

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