willing

/ˈwɪlɪŋ/

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Meaning · English

Ready to do something, particularly something that requires change or effort; not objecting.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Sẵn sàng làm điều gì đó, đặc biệt là điều gì đó đòi hỏi thay đổi hoặc nỗ lực

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Adjective

Examples

If my boyfriend isn't willing to change his drinking habits, I will split up with him.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “willing” mean?

Ready to do something, particularly something that requires change or effort; not objecting.

Is “willing” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.