CEFR B1

volunteering

noun

Meaning

The practice of offering your time and services freely to do something, especially for a charity or organization, without payment.

Examples

Volunteering can be a rewarding experience for both the giver and the receiver.
Many students engage in volunteering to gain experience and help their community.

Synonyms: helping, assisting, contributing, service

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volunteering (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌvɒlənˈtɪərɪŋ/

Definition

The practice of offering your time and services freely to do something, especially for a charity or organization, without payment.

Examples

Volunteering can be a rewarding experience for both the giver and the receiver.
Many students engage in volunteering to gain experience and help their community.

How to Use volunteering

volunteer for (prepositional phrase): To offer to do a particular job or task without being asked or paid. — "She will volunteer for the role of treasurer."
volunteer work (collocation): Tasks or services performed willingly without payment. — "He gained valuable experience through his volunteer work at the museum."
volunteer opportunities (collocation): Chances or openings to offer one's time and services freely. — "We are looking for individuals interested in volunteer opportunities with our charity."

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