kilvoitelleet

Kilvoitelleet is a Finnish word that can be translated in several ways depending on the context, but it generally relates to a sense of competition, striving, or rivalry. It is the past active participle of the verb "kilvoitella." This verb describes the act of competing, striving, or vying against others. When used as an adjective or in a noun phrase, "kilvoitelleet" refers to those who have competed or striven.

For example, in a sporting context, "kilvoitelleet urheilijat" would mean "the athletes who have competed." In a more abstract sense, it can describe individuals or groups who have been engaged in a struggle or rivalry for a particular goal or position. The nuance of "kilvoitelleet" often implies a vigorous and perhaps prolonged effort to achieve something over one's competitors. It is not simply a passive observation of competition but highlights the active participation of those involved. The word carries a sense of striving and earnest effort in a competitive environment.