Willing in Tagalog

“Willing” in Tagalog is “Handa,” “Handang,” or “Kusang-loob.” This adjective describes someone’s readiness or eagerness to do something voluntarily. Discover how this term is used in various Filipino contexts and expressions below.

[Words] = Willing

[Definition]:

• Willing /ˈwɪlɪŋ/
• Adjective: Ready, eager, or prepared to do something; done, given, or accepted readily or voluntarily.
• Adjective: Not hesitant or reluctant; compliant or cooperative.

[Synonyms] = Handa, Handang, Kusang-loob, Pumapayag, Naghahanda, Malayang-loob, Boluntaryo, Nasasabik

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: She is willing to help her classmates with their homework.
• Ex1_PH: Siya ay handa na tumulong sa kanyang mga kaklase sa kanilang takdang-aralin.
• Ex2_EN: Are you willing to work overtime this weekend?
• Ex2_PH: Handa ka bang mag-overtime ngayong katapusan ng linggo?
• Ex3_EN: He is a willing participant in all community activities.
• Ex3_PH: Siya ay isang kusang-loob na kalahok sa lahat ng mga aktibidad ng komunidad.
• Ex4_EN: The volunteers were willing to sacrifice their time for a good cause.
• Ex4_PH: Ang mga boluntaryo ay handang isakripisyo ang kanilang oras para sa isang mabuting layunin.
• Ex5_EN: I’m willing to listen if you need someone to talk to.
• Ex5_PH: Handa akong makinig kung kailangan mo ng kausap.