volunteering
Pronunciation: [ˌvɒl.ənˈtɪr.ɪŋ]
Word
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?
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