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volunteering

Pronunciation: [ˌvɒl.ənˈtɪr.ɪŋ]

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

Context: “community service”

(noun) the act of helping others freely without being paid. When people volunteer, they give their time and skills to help those in need, like working at a soup kitchen or cleaning a park.

Example

Volunteering at the animal shelter has made me feel happy to help the animals.

Example

He decided not to participate in volunteering because he was too busy with school.

Example

What type of volunteering do you like to do on the weekends?

Context: “community service”

(verb) to offer your time and help to others without expecting payment. This is often done in places like hospitals, schools, or non-profit organizations.

Example

She volunteers at the library every Saturday to help children learn to read.

Example

He doesn't volunteer because he prefers to spend his time watching movies.

Example

Do you think you would like to volunteer at a local charity?

How to pronounce volunteering

Pronunciation: [ˌvɒl.ənˈtɪr.ɪŋ]

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