võistelda
Võistelda is an Estonian verb meaning to compete or to vie. It denotes taking part in a contest or striving to achieve a higher ranking or outcome relative to others. The term is used across a broad spectrum of contexts, including sports, games, academic contests, and professional or political settings where individuals or groups seek an advantage or public recognition.
In everyday Estonian, võistelda appears with various constructions. Common expressions include võistelda kellegagi, meaning to compete
The noun forms include võistlus (competition) and võistleja (competitor). The word belongs to the Finnic branch