it is worth noting that
A phrase used to introduce an important point or fact that the speaker or writer considers significant.
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Uso en IELTS
Helps test takers identify key information in academic listening passages; also natural for Task 2 essays and Speaking Part 3 to introduce a relevant observation.
Ejemplos
- The lecturer mentioned that it is worth noting that the number of students studying abroad has doubled.
- It is worth noting that recycling rates are still far lower than the government's target.
- In my view, it is worth noting that technology can both isolate and connect people.
Colocaciones
- it is worth noting that
- It is worth noting that the majority of respondents supported the proposal.
- it is also worth noting
- It is also worth noting that travel times have not improved despite new roads.
- it is worth noting, however,
- It is worth noting, however, that the sample size was very small.
- it is worth noting here
- It is worth noting here that the data are not fully reliable.
- something is worth noting
- The scientist's caution about the results is worth noting.
Familia de palabras
- Sustantivo
- note
- Verbo
- note
- Adjetivo
- notable
- Adverbio
- notably
Paráfrasis
- it is important to note that: A direct equivalent with similar formality.
- one should bear in mind that: Slightly more formal and often used in essays.
- it is significant that: More concise; emphasises importance.
- the point should be made that: More explicit, used in formal writing.
Errores comunes
- It is worth to note that the results are mixed. to It is worth noting that the results are mixed.. After 'worth', use the -ing form of the verb.
- It is worth noticing that the price has risen. to It is worth noting that the price has risen.. In this set phrase, 'noting' means mentioning or observing, not 'noticing' in the sense of seeing.
- Although it is worth noting, that the policy failed. to Although it is worth noting that the policy failed, .... Do not place a comma after 'that' or before a clause introduced by 'that' in this structure.
- It is worth to note the government has changed the law. to It is worth noting that the government has changed the law.. Use 'that' to link the clause in formal written English.