読(よ)み応(ごた)え

よみごたえ
noun
worthwhile read; reading satisfaction
emotionleisure
1. worthwhile read; reading satisfaction
The quality of being substantial and rewarding to read; depth and substance in written material.
この小説(しょうせつ)は読(よ)み応(ごた)えがある。
This novel is a worthwhile read.
読(よ)み応(ごた)えのある記事(きじ)だった。
It was a substantial article.
The content is rich and very satisfying to read.

Forms

読(よ)む (to read) + 応(こた)え (response/worth) → worth reading

Common expressions

  • 読(よ)み応(ごた)えがある (is worth reading, is substantial)
  • 読(よ)み応(ごた)えのある本(ほん) (a book worth reading)
  • 読(よ)み応(ごた)え十分(じゅうぶん) (fully satisfying read)

Related words

Usage

Implies depth, substance, and satisfaction. Used positively for content that is engaging and rewarding rather than superficial.