value (someone or something) for (someone or something else)

value (someone or something) for (someone or something else)

To regard someone or something as very valuable because of a particular aspect or quality. He may not be the most tactful person in the world, but I've always valued Tom for his honesty and integrity. I really value these gadgets for the convenience they afford me.
See also: something, value
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

value someone or something for something

to hold someone or something in esteem for a particular quality. I value him for his skill in negotiation. I value this car for its speed and dependability.
See also: value
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • value for
  • down to (someone or something)
  • down to somebody/something
  • bright side
  • selling point
  • just want(ed) to (do something)
  • (there's) no rose without a thorn
  • a redeeming feature
  • redeeming feature
  • tell (someone or something) by (something)