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willing

[ˈwɪlɪŋ]
adjective
disposto
1. ready, prepared, or consenting to do something
I am willing to help you with your project.
Estou disposto a ajudá-lo com seu projeto.
2. done, given, or accepted gladly or readily
He made a willing sacrifice for his country.
Ele fez um sacrifício voluntário pelo seu país.
3. showing enthusiasm or lack of reluctance
She has a willing attitude toward learning new skills.
Ela tem uma atitude disposta em relação ao aprendizado de novas habilidades.
NYC Slang
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Synonyms
readypreparedconsentingeagervoluntaryenthusiastic
Antonyms
unwillingreluctantresistantopposed

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
disposto
most common usage
Brazil
voluntário
used when emphasizing voluntary nature
Portugal
disposto
standard usage
Portugal
prestável
used colloquially for 'helpful' or 'willing to help'

Related Idioms & Phrases

willing and able
the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak
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