Grammar fix

value friendship

appreciate friends

To think that having friends and good relationships is important and worth caring about.

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Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

I really value friendship because my friends always support me when I need help.relationships
In my opinion, it’s important to value friendship because friends can help you through difficult times and make life more enjoyable.IELTS speaking

Fix the pattern

Pattern: value + friendship

WrongI value to my friends.

RightI value my friends. / I value friendship.

'Value' takes the object directly — no 'to'.

Patternvalue + friendship

Use it right

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff I hold the institution of friendship in high esteem.

Natural I really value friendship.

Natural; 'hold in high esteem' is ceremonial.

Build natural chunks

Words that usually travel with it.

value friendship
reallydeeplyour friendshipmore than

Don't confuse it

Not the same as 'make friends' (to start a friendship) or 'enjoy friendship' (to have fun with friends). 'Value friendship' is about seeing it as important.

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