How to Pronounce "volunteering"
word
/ˌvɔɫənˈtɪɹɪŋ/
vah-luhn-TEER-ing
/vˌɒləntˈiəɹɪŋ/
vol-uhn-TEE-uh-ring
Definition
Volunteering is offering your time or skills to help others or a cause without expecting to be paid. It can take place in many settings, like schools, hospitals, or community events.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌvɔɫənˈtɪɹɪŋ/
British English
/vˌɒləntˈiəɹɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
vah-luhn-TEER-ing
UK
vol-uhn-TEE-uh-ring
Listen in Context
Volunteering helps people and the community.
She enjoys volunteering at the animal shelter.
Many students do volunteering to gain experience.
I've been volunteering with a food bank on weekends.