English–Spanish
“will” in Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/bolunˈtað/
Example
Tengo la voluntad de aprender español.
I have the will to learn Spanish.
How to say “will” in Spanish
“Will” in Spanish is voluntad.
Inner force that moves a person to pursue a goal.
Example sentences with voluntad
No tuvo voluntad suficiente para acabarlo.
He didn't have enough will to finish it.
Tips for using voluntad
- Spanish often uses querer for ordinary wants, while voluntad signals deliberate determination or a conscious preference, seen in phrases like tener la voluntad de... and por voluntad propia.
Other Spanish words for “will”
Voy a hacer mi testamento mañana.
I'm going to make my will tomorrow.