willing
word
/ˈwɪɫɪŋ/
WI-ling
/wˈɪlɪŋ/
WI-ling
Definition
If someone is willing, they are ready or happy to do something because they choose to, not because they are forced. It often describes openness to help, agree, or try something.
Usage & Nuances
Often followed by 'to' + verb: 'willing to help', 'willing to wait'. It is more about attitude and choice than ability. Common pattern: 'be willing to'. 'Ready' can mean prepared, while 'willing' emphasizes consent or intention.
Spanish: dispuesto - dispuesto a hacerloPortuguese (BR): disposto - disposto a fazerPortuguese (PT): disposto - disponível para fazerChinese (Simplified): 愿意的 - 乐意的Chinese (Traditional): 願意的 - 樂意的Hindi: तैयार - इच्छुकArabic: مستعد - راغبBengali: ইচ্ছুক - প্রস্তুত (নিজের ইচ্ছায়)Russian: готов - желающийJapanese: 進んでいる - 意欲があるVietnamese: sẵn sàng - bằng lòngKorean: 기꺼이 하는 - 자진해서 하는Turkish: istekli - gönüllüUrdu: راضی - آمادہIndonesian: bersedia - rela
Example Sentences
She is willing to help us.
basic
Are you willing to wait a little longer?
basic
He was willing to try the new food.
basic
I'm willing to listen, but I need you to be honest with me.
natural
Not everyone is willing to take that kind of risk.
natural
If they're willing to talk, we should give them a chance.
natural