元を取る (もとをとる) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
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expression, godan verb (-ru)
get one's money's worth; recover costs; get a return on investment
Used when the benefit or enjoyment gained from something is considered to be worth the money spent, or when costs are recouped.
高
い
会
費
を
払
っ
た
以
上
、
元
を
取
る
ため
に
ジム
に
通
い
詰
め
た
。
Since I paid a high membership fee, I went to the gym religiously to get my money's worth.