Cool MateMeaning of Voluntary
done willingly, not because you are forced
In simple words: Something you do willingly, not because you have to.
Voluntary in a sentence
- Participation in the program is voluntary, meaning no one is required to join.
- He made a voluntary decision to help the community after the disaster.
- The voluntary nature of the donation made it even more meaningful.
- She offered her voluntary services at the animal shelter every weekend.
- The committee appreciated the voluntary input from its members during the meeting.
How to use Voluntary
Use 'voluntary' to describe actions done by choice, such as voluntary work. It's usually positive, but avoid it when describing mandatory actions.
Grammar pattern
adjective + noun
Memory hint
Think of 'vol' as in 'volunteer'—someone who chooses to help.
Related words
Collocations with Voluntary
Synonyms for Voluntary
- optional
- willing
- intentional
- discretionary
- freewill
Opposites of Voluntary
- mandatory
- compulsory
- required
Common mistakes with Voluntary
- Confused with 'involuntary' meaning not done by choice.
- Used in contexts where something is mandatory.
- Misusing it as a noun.
Voluntary appears in
Voluntary in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
طوعي
شيء تفعله برغبتك، وليس لأنك مضطر لذلك.
- Bengaliবাংলা
স্বেচ্ছামূলক
এমন কিছু যা আপনি নিজে থেকে করেন, কারণ আপনাকে করতে হবে না।
- GermanDeutsch
Freiwillig
Etwas, das man freiwillig tut, nicht weil man muss.
- SpanishEspañol
Voluntario
Algo que haces de forma voluntaria, no porque tengas que hacerlo.
- Persianفارسی
داوطلبانه
چیزی که به طور داوطلبانه انجام میدهید، نه به خاطر اینکه باید.
- FrenchFrançais
Volontaire
Quelque chose que tu fais de toi-même, sans que personne ne t'oblige.
- Hindiहिन्दी
स्वैच्छिक
कोई ऐसी चीज़ जो आप स्वेच्छा से करते हैं, न कि इसलिए कि आपको करना ही है।
- ItalianItaliano
Volontario
Qualcosa che fai di tua spontanea volontà, non perché devi.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Voluntário
Algo que você faz por vontade própria, não porque tem que fazer.
- RussianРусский
Добровольный
То, что ты делаешь по своей воле, а не потому, что тебя заставляют.
- Urduاردو
رضاکارانہ
کوئی ایسی چیز جو آپ اپنی مرضی سے کریں، نہ کہ اس لیے کہ آپ کو کرنا پڑے۔
- Chinese中文
自愿的
你自愿做的事情，不是因为你必须这样做。
More words like Voluntary
- Willing
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbruptB1
Happening suddenly and unexpectedly.
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Voluntary
What does Voluntary mean?
Something you do willingly, not because you have to.
What is the definition of Voluntary?
done willingly, not because you are forced
How do you use Voluntary in a sentence?
Participation in the program is voluntary, meaning no one is required to join.
Can you give another example of Voluntary?
He made a voluntary decision to help the community after the disaster.
What are synonyms for Voluntary?
Common alternatives include optional, willing, intentional, discretionary, freewill.
What is the opposite of Voluntary?
Opposite meanings include mandatory, compulsory, required.
What words go with Voluntary?
It commonly pairs with be, remain, completely, entirely, purely.
What are common mistakes when using Voluntary?
Confused with 'involuntary' meaning not done by choice. Used in contexts where something is mandatory. Misusing it as a noun.
How do you pronounce Voluntary?
US: /["/ˈvɑːlənteri/"]/, UK: /["/ˈvɒləntri/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Voluntary?
Use 'voluntary' to describe actions done by choice, such as voluntary work. It's usually positive, but avoid it when describing mandatory actions.
What CEFR level is Voluntary?
"Voluntary" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.