Konkureerin

Konkureerin is a Finnish verb form meaning “I compete.” It is the first-person singular present tense of the verb konkuroida, a loanword in Finnish that appears in contexts of competition or rivalry. The word is generally traced to Swedish konkurrera (to compete), which in turn derives from a Latin root related to concurrere. In Finnish usage, konkuroida is most common in formal or professional discourse, such as business, economics, sports, and politics, where the emphasis is on strategic or market rivalry.

In everyday speech, kilpailla is the more common verb for general competition, while konkuroida carries a nuance of vying within a structured arena or against multiple actors. The form konkureerin specifically marks ongoing action by the speaker, “I am competing,” and fits into the broader Finnish verb system for borrowed -oida/-erita verbs. Like other verbs, it forms different tenses and moods through standard conjugation.

Konkureerin appears in news reporting, corporate communications, and sports commentary when the focus is on competitive dynamics among firms, teams, or individuals. It can be used to describe efforts to gain advantages such as market share, ranking, or selection for a position. Example: Minä konkureerin muiden yritysten kanssa markkinoilla. See also kilpailla, kilpailu, kilpailijä, konkurenssi.