volunteering
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˌvɒlənˈtɪərɪŋ/
KK: /vɑlənˈtɪrɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of offering your time and services to help others without expecting payment.
Example
Volunteering at the local shelter has been a rewarding experience for me.
Conversation
Have you ever thought about volunteering in our community?
Yeah, I've been considering it lately, especially with the food bank.
That sounds great! I think volunteering can really make a difference.
Definitely! Plus, it’s a good way to meet new people.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
service
contribution
assistance
Antonyms
selfishness
indifference
neglect
verb
Definition
To offer your time and services to help others without expecting payment.
Example
She enjoys volunteering at the local animal shelter every weekend.
Tense Forms
Past: volunteered
Past Participle: volunteered
Conversation
Have you ever thought about volunteering at the shelter?
I have! It seems like a great way to help others.
Yeah, I think volunteering could be really rewarding.
Root Explanation
Volunteering → It is formed from "voluntas" (meaning will or wish) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process). The word "volunteering" refers to the action of willingly offering one's time or services for a cause without expecting payment.
Memory Tip
Think of 'will' or 'wish' ('voluntas') to remember that 'volunteering' means willingly offering your help or services.
Visually Confused Words
unvolunteering
provolunteering