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"worth reading" vs "worth to read"

Use worth reading

Last Updated: July 06, 2018

worth reading

This is correct

This is a phrase that is used to indicate that something is worth the time and effort to read.

ExpertExplanation provided by a TextRanch English expert

Preferred Form:
Worth reading

worth to read

This is not correct. Don't use this phrase.

In order for this phrase to make sense an additional word must be added:

Is it worth it to read...


ExpertExplanation provided by a TextRanch English expert

Preferred Form:
Worth reading


Some examples from our editors:

  • Is it worth it to read the entire book?
  • Is it worth it to read the instructions?
  • Is it worth it to read the credits at the end of a movie?

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • Is there value in reading this?
  • Is there a point to reading this?
  • Is it worth it to spend the time to read the whole thing?

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