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voluntary work

[/ˈvɒlən.ter.i wɜːrk/]
noun
trabalho voluntário
1. Unpaid work undertaken by choice, typically for charitable or community organizations
She does voluntary work at the local food bank every weekend.
Ela faz trabalho voluntário no banco de alimentos local todos os fins de semana.
2. Labor performed without compensation for social, environmental, or humanitarian purposes
Many students engage in voluntary work to gain experience and help their communities.
Muitos estudantes participam de trabalho voluntário para ganhar experiência e ajudar suas comunidades.
Synonyms
volunteeringvolunteer serviceunpaid workcharitable workcommunity service
Antonyms
paid workemploymentsalaried workprofessional work

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trabalho voluntário
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
trabalho voluntário / voluntariado
Both terms widely used
Portugal
trabalho voluntário / voluntariado
Voluntariado also commonly used for the activity itself

Related Idioms & Phrases

give your time
lend a hand
do your bit for the community
work for a cause
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