se valoir
A pronominal verb always uses a reflexive pronoun (e.g., se lever).
pronominal verb
a. to be the same
Lequel de ces deux thés est meilleur pour la santé ? - Je crois qu’ils se valent plus ou moins.Which of these two teas is better for your health? - I think they're pretty much the same.
b. to be equivalent
Les deux recettes se valent, mais celle-ci est un peu plus rapide.The two recipes are equivalent, but this one is a little faster.
c. to be equally good (in a positive context)
Les deux projets se valaient, mais le jury a quand même été obligé de choisir.The two projects were equally good, but the board still had to make a choice.
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