willensabhängig
Translation
voluntary, volitional, dependent on will
Examples
Die Atmung ist teilweise willensabhängig.
Breathing is partly voluntary.
Es war eine willensabhängige Entscheidung.
It was a voluntary decision.
Grammar Patterns
[adjective] + [noun] a voluntary movement eine willensabhängige Bewegung.
Similar Words
Synonyms: freiwillig, bewusst; Antonyms: unwillkürlich, reflexartig
Etymology
Composed of 'Wille(n)' (will) + '-s-' (linking element) + 'abhängig' (dependent). Literally means 'will-dependent'.
Memory Tips
Imagine an action that is 'dependent' (abhängig) on your 'will' (Wille), like deciding to stand up.