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“competition” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/kompetiˈθjon/

Example

La competición entre empresas es dura.

Competition between firms is tough.

Illustration for competición (competition)

How to say “competition” in Spanish

“Competition” in Spanish is competición.

A competitive event where people or teams face off for a prize, recognition, or advantage.

Full entry for competición: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with competición

La competición para ver quién corre más rápido empezó en el patio.

The competition to see who could run fastest began in the schoolyard.

La competición deportiva atrajo a muchos espectadores.

The sports competition attracted many spectators.

Tips for using competición

  • Use competición for the event or match itself (participar en una competición, ganar la competición); competencia more often refers to rivalry, jurisdiction, or ability rather than a single contest.

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