English–French
“compete” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/ʁivalize/
Example
Je rivalise toujours avec lui.
I always compete with him.
How to say “compete” in French
“Compete” in French is rivaliser.
Two competitors press toward the same level, with each trying to equal or overtake the other.
Example sentences with rivaliser
Elle rivalise pour un poste depuis des mois.
She has been competing for a position for months.
Tips for using rivaliser
- Rivaliser normally takes avec for the opponent, as in rivaliser avec lui, rather than a direct object.