be worth one's weight in gold

Meaning: To be extremely valuable or useful.

Language: English

Literally: (Already vivid in English)

Example: “A good babysitter is worth her weight in gold.”

Category: Daily Life

Origin: The idea of paying for something with its weight in gold is ancient. The English phrase is found from the Middle Ages.

Equivalents in other languages

French: Valoir son pesant d'or — literally: To be worth one's weight in gold

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cut the Gordian knot — To solve a complicated problem with a bold, simple action.

all bark and no bite — Threatening or boastful but not actually dangerous.
the eighth wonder of the world — Something extraordinary, often said ironically.
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pick a fight — To deliberately start an argument or fight.
in someone's good books — In favor with someone.
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