Kilpailla
Kilpailla is a Finnish verb meaning to compete or to race. It is used when individuals or groups take part in a contest or strive to achieve a superior position relative to others. The term covers athletic competitions as well as competitive situations in business, politics, or other fields. The related noun forms include kilpailu (competition) and kilpailija (competitor), showing a common root kilpa- that denotes contest or rivalry.
Etymology and related forms: Kilpailla is formed from the root kilpa-, which appears in words such as
Usage notes: Kilpaileminen is often intransitive and can take various complements to indicate the arena or
- Hiihtäjät kilpailevat olympialaisissa. The skiers compete in the Olympic Games.
- Yritykset kilpailevat markkinoilla toisiaan vastaan. The companies compete in the markets against each other.