voluntarily; on one's own initiative; by choice
Emphasizes that the action is taken willingly, without being asked or forced. Often used when someone steps forward or does something proactively.
He voluntarily took on that task.
Shall I help you of my own accord?
Standard kanji spelling for this adverbial phrase.
Kana spelling of the first part is common in everyday writing.
Compound of 自ら (oneself) and the adverbial form of 進む (to advance, to proceed), literally 'advancing by oneself.'