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face value

/ˈfeɪs ˌvæljuː/

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phrase

/ˈfeɪs ˌvæljuː/B2formal
  • ruКажущаяся ценность или значение чего-либо, как оно выглядит на поверхности, без более глубокого анализа или интерпретации. Часто используется во фразе «принимать что-либо за чистую монету», то есть принимать что-то таким, каким оно кажется, не подвергая сомнению.

The apparent worth or meaning of something as it appears on the surface, without deeper analysis or interpretation. Often used in the phrase 'take something at face value,' meaning to accept something as it seems without questioning it.

  1. Literal monetary worthB2formal

    The value printed or stamped on a coin, banknote, stamp, or ticket.

    ruНоминальная стоимость

    • The coin's face value is one dollar, but it is worth more to collectors.
    • Postage stamps are sold at their face value.
    • The bond has a face value of $1,000.
  2. Apparent meaning or worthB2formal

    The apparent meaning or significance of something, without deeper analysis.

    ruПоверхностное значение

    • You should not take his comments at face value; he often jokes.
    • She took the compliment at face value and felt happy.
    • The report's conclusions should not be accepted at face value without further investigation.