ADJECTIVE

freiwillig/ˈfʁaɪ̯ˌvɪlɪç/voluntary; optional; by choice

freiwillig is a German adjective that means voluntary, optional, or by choice. It is pronounced /ˈfʁaɪ̯ˌvɪlɪç/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "freiwilliger" and "freiwilligsten".

Definitions

1.done of one's own free will, not compulsory or forced(general)

a.done voluntarily, out of one's own initiative

Er arbeitet freiwillig in einem Tierheim.He works voluntarily in an animal shelter.

b.optional, not mandatory

Die Teilnahme an dem Kurs ist freiwillig.Participation in the course is voluntary.

Adjective Forms

Positivefreiwillig
Comparativefreiwilliger
Superlativefreiwilligsten

Frequently asked questions

What does "freiwillig" mean in English?
"freiwillig" means voluntary, optional, or by choice. It is a German adjective.
How do you pronounce "freiwillig"?
"freiwillig" is pronounced /ˈfʁaɪ̯ˌvɪlɪç/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What are the comparative and superlative of "freiwillig"?
The comparative of "freiwillig" is "freiwilliger" and the superlative is "freiwilligsten".
What part of speech is "freiwillig"?
"freiwillig" is a adjective in German.

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