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
| Positive | freiwillig |
|---|---|
| Comparative | freiwilliger |
| Superlative | freiwilligsten |
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.
