Meanings of 竞相
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竞逐 (jìngzhú) — use 竞相 when emphasizing eagerness and enthusiasm in competition, while 竞逐 focuses more on the act of competing itself.
Be cautious not to confuse 竞相 with similar phrases that imply passive involvement rather than active competition. It is generally used in formal contexts but can also appear in everyday conversations about competition. Common collocations include 竞相争夺 (eagerly vie for) or 竞相参与 (eagerly participate).
While 竞相 is not an HSK vocabulary term, it builds on basic knowledge of characters like 竞 (compete) and 相 (mutual). Students should focus on understanding how these components work together in different contexts, reinforcing their understanding of competitive scenarios in Chinese.
Learners often mix up 竞相 with 竞争 (jìngzhēng), which also means competition but lacks the nuance of eagerness. For example, saying '我们要竞争这个奖' (We want to compete for this award) is incorrect; it should be '我们要竞相争夺这个奖'.
Pronunciation of 竞相
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Component Characters
How to say competitive in Chinese
“competitive” in Chinese is竞相
The term 竞相 means to compete or vie eagerly for something. It is often used in contexts where individuals or groups strive against each other, such as in business, sports, or social situations, highlighting a sense of enthusiasm and urgency in the competition.
When to use 竞相
Be cautious not to confuse 竞相 with similar phrases that imply passive involvement rather than active competition. It is generally used in formal contexts but can also appear in everyday conversations about competition. Common collocations include 竞相争夺 (eagerly vie for) or 竞相参与 (eagerly participate).
竞相 or something close to it
竞逐 (jìngzhú) — use 竞相 when emphasizing eagerness and enthusiasm in competition, while 竞逐 focuses more on the act of competing itself.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mix up 竞相 with 竞争 (jìngzhēng), which also means competition but lacks the nuance of eagerness. For example, saying '我们要竞争这个奖' (We want to compete for this award) is incorrect; it should be '我们要竞相争夺这个奖'.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 竞相
You can use 竞相 in various contexts such as describing companies competing for market share, students vying for top grades, or athletes racing for gold medals.
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