noun

la competencia

competition

Situación en la que varias personas o grupos intentan lograr un mismo objetivo o demostrar quién es mejor en algo.

The word "competencia" in Spanish refers to "competition" or "competence."

  1. Competition: It can describe a contest between individuals or organizations striving for the same goal, such as in sports or business. For example, companies may compete in the same market.

  2. Competence: It can also indicate the ability or skill to perform a task or fulfill a role effectively. For instance, a person may have the necessary competencies for a specific job or profession.

The meaning can shift slightly based on context, but these are the primary uses of the term.

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Examples

Gané la competencia de natación.noun

I won the swimming competition.

Ella se está preparando para una competencia importante.noun

She is preparing for an important competition.

La competencia entre las tiendas atrajo a muchos clientes.noun

The competition between the stores attracted many customers.

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