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How to pronounce willingness

nounB2
WIHlihngnuhs

/ˈwɪ.lɪŋ.nəs/

3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

the attitude of being ready to do something or accept something

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Meanings & examples

noun

the attitude of being ready to do something or accept something

Her willingness to help made the job easier.

The team showed a willingness to change its plans.

Common phrases & grammar

show a willingness to do something · willingness to cooperate · willingness to learn · willingness to compromise

willingness to + verb

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