Pronunciation of 'ボランティア'
The word 'ボランティア' (borantia) originates from Japanese and is derived from the English word 'volunteer.' It refers to someone who offers their services voluntarily, often for community or charitable activities.
Word Origin
Japanese, borrowed from English 'volunteer.'
Pronunciation Details
English (US)
A person who voluntarily offers their services for a cause or activity without expecting payment.
Pronounced as ‘buh-RAHN-tee-uh,’ with stress on the second syllable. ‘Buh’ as in ‘but,’ ‘RAHN’ as in ‘Ron,’ ‘tee’ as in ‘tea,’ and ‘uh’ as in ‘sofa.’
日本語
自発的に活動を行う人やその行為。特に社会貢献や慈善活動を指す。
「ボランティア」は「bo-ran-ti-a」と発音します。「ボ」は「bo」、「ラン」は「ran」、「ティ」は「ti」、「ア」は「a」とそれぞれはっきり発音します。