voluntariamente
“voluntariamente” means “voluntarily” in Spanish (doing something of your own free will).
voluntarily
Also: willingly, by choice
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Él dejó su trabajo voluntariamente.
A2He left his job voluntarily.
Muchos ciudadanos se ofrecieron voluntariamente para ayudar tras la tormenta.
B1Many citizens volunteered willingly to help after the storm.
El sospechoso se presentó voluntariamente ante la policía.
B2The suspect turned himself in to the police by choice.
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Quick Quiz: voluntariamente
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If someone 'sale voluntariamente' from a room, why did they leave?
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From the Latin 'voluntas' (will or desire) combined with 'mente' (mind), which evolved into the suffix used for adverbs in Spanish.
First recorded: 13th Century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'voluntariamente' the same as 'gratis'?
No. 'Voluntariamente' means 'by choice.' While volunteering for work is often unpaid, if you want to say something costs zero dollars, you should use the word 'gratis'.
Can I use this word in everyday conversation?
Yes, but it sounds a bit formal. In casual talk, people often say 'porque quise' (because I wanted to) or 'por mi cuenta' (on my own).
Does the word change for gender (masculine/feminine)?
No. Words ending in '-mente' are always the same regardless of who is doing the action.