deserve

• Verbe utilisé pour indiquer que quelqu'un ou quelque chose mérite un certain traitement, une récompense ou une punition en fonction de ses actions ou de ses qualités.

A verb used to indicate that someone or something is worthy of a particular treatment, reward, or punishment based on their actions or qualities.

1. B1formal

   To be worthy of something, especially as a result of one's actions or qualities.

   Être digne de

   • She deserves a promotion after all her hard work.
   • He deserves respect for his honesty.
   • They deserve to win the championship this year.

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2. Merit punishment or rewardB1formal

   To be entitled to something, often a negative consequence, based on behavior.

   Mériter (une punition ou une récompense)

   • He deserves to be punished for breaking the rules.
   • She deserves a break after working so hard.
   • The criminal deserves a fair trial.

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