die Freiwilligen
Translation
volunteers
Examples
Die Freiwilligen helfen beim Aufräumen.
The volunteers are helping with the cleanup.
Wir suchen noch Freiwillige für das Projekt.
We are still looking for volunteers for the project.
Grammar Patterns
to work ((as sth.)) Many volunteers work as helpers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Ehrenamtlicher (volunteer); Antonyms: Angestellter (employee), Berufstätiger (professional)
Etymology
A nominalization of the adjective 'freiwillig' (voluntary), which comes from 'freier Wille' (free will).
Memory Tips
Think of a person who acts out of 'free will' ('freier Wille').