be willing to v — to be ready, eager, or prepared to do something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: to be ready, eager, or prepared to do something
Pronunciation (IPA): /bi ˈwɪlɪŋ tu/
Example Sentences
- My cat is willing to wake me up at 5 AM, but not willing to catch mice.
- Are you willing to work overtime this weekend?
- He's willing to eat anything except vegetables, which is basically my toddler's life motto.
be willing to v
NOUN[/bi ˈwɪlɪŋ tu/]
to be ready, eager, or prepared to do something
She is willing to stay late and help her coworker finish the report.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The phrase derives from Old English 'willan,' meaning 'to desire' or 'to wish.' The verb 'will' retained this sense of volition and intention, combining with the present participle suffix '-ing' to express the state or action of being disposed to do something.
Breakdown
will (desire, intention, volition) + -ing (present participle suffix indicating state or ongoing action). The '-ing' form transforms the modal verb into a gerundial expression of readiness or disposition.
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📝Examples
“My cat is willing to wake me up at 5 AM, but not willing to catch mice.”
“Are you willing to work overtime this weekend?”
“He's willing to eat anything except vegetables, which is basically my toddler's life motto.”
“The company is willing to negotiate the contract terms.”
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