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willingly / readily
Describes an action that happens gladly, without hesitation, and of one's own accord. It expresses a positive and cooperative attitude.
Sie hat bereitwillig zugestimmt, bei der Organisation des Festes zu helfen.
She readily agreed to help organize the party.
The word is a compound of 'bereit' (ready) and 'willig' (willing). It strengthens the meaning of 'willig' (willing) with the component 'bereit' (ready), thus expressing an immediate and gladly shown willingness.
Er ist ein sehr bereitwilliger Helfer.
He is a very willing helper.
'Bereitwillig' (willingly/readily) is very often used as an adverb to describe how an action is carried out. It usually comes directly after the conjugated verb or before the verb at the end of the sentence.
Der Nachbar hat uns bereitwillig mit dem Werkzeug geholfen.
The neighbor readily helped us with the tools.
The word often describes a cooperative action. Typical verbs are 'helfen' (to help), 'zustimmen' (to agree), 'mitarbeiten' (to collaborate), or 'Auskunft geben' (to provide information).
Der Zeuge gab bereitwillig Auskunft über den Tathergang.
The witness readily provided information about the course of events.
gladly / like to
'gern' and 'bereitwillig' can both show that someone does an action positively and without pressure. 'gern' is very general and fits many everyday situations, for example hobbies, food, or helping. 'bereitwillig' sounds a bit stronger and emphasizes that someone helps or joins in without hesitation. It fits especially well when someone is cooperative. In everyday language, people often simply say 'gern'. 'bereitwillig' is more precise when quick and friendly willingness is important.
Die Verkäuferin erklärte bereitwillig, wie das Gerät funktioniert.
The saleswoman readily explained how the device works.
Nach der Arbeit gehe ich gern noch eine Runde spazieren.
After work, I like to go for a short walk.