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volunteer

Pronunciation: [/ˌvɑlənˈtɪɹ/]

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volunteer: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use volunteer in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “work”

(noun) a person who willingly offers to do something without being paid. Like when someone raises their hand to help out at school or a community event.

Example

She has been a volunteer at the local animal shelter for five years.

Example

We couldn't find any volunteers to help clean up the park.

Example

Who will be the volunteer to lead the project?

Context: “action”

(verb) to offer to do something without being paid. It's like saying 'I'll help!' when someone needs assistance.

Example

He volunteered to tutor his classmates in math after school.

Example

She didn't volunteer to help with the class project.

Example

Who will volunteer to bring snacks for the party?

How to pronounce volunteer

Pronunciation: [/ˌvɑlənˈtɪɹ/]

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