When you hear kilpailu, think of 'competition'.
For example, if you are talking about a sports event where people try to win, that is a kilpailu.
It can also be a competition between businesses or even a game between friends.
So, kilpailu is anytime people or groups are trying to be the best or win something.
When you're at the B1 level in Finnish, you're starting to understand more nuanced vocabulary. Kilpailu is a good example of a common word that you'll encounter in many different contexts. It's not just about sports; you might hear it in discussions about business, school, or even just friendly games.
Understanding words like kilpailu helps you grasp the main points of conversations and texts, even if you don't catch every single word. You're moving beyond basic survival Finnish and beginning to engage with more complex ideas. Keep an eye out for how this word is used with different verbs and in various phrases.
When talking about competitions in Finnish, you'll often encounter the word kilpailu. It's a versatile noun that can refer to a sporting event, a contest, or even a general sense of rivalry.
For example, if you're watching the Olympics, you might hear about different kilpailut, like a juoksukilpailu (running competition) or a uintikilpailu (swimming competition).
Beyond sports, you could also talk about a laulukilpailu (singing competition) or a tanssikilpailu (dance competition).
It's a good word to know for describing any scenario where people are striving to win or be the best.
When discussing competition in a broader, more abstract sense, especially in academic, business, or philosophical contexts, the Finnish word "kilpailu" can be a bit too general. In such C2-level discussions, you might consider more nuanced terms. For instance, "kamppailu" (struggle, fight, contest) emphasizes the effort and conflict involved, often used in contexts like a "power struggle" (valtakamppailu). If you're talking about a rivalry, especially between individuals or groups, "kilvoittelu" can be a good choice, as it implies an ongoing effort to surpass others. These alternatives add precision and depth to your expression when "kilpailu" alone might not fully capture the complexity of the competitive dynamic you wish to describe.
Let's look at the Finnish word 'kilpailu.' This word is very useful because it covers a lot of meanings related to 'competition' in English. It can be a sports competition, a business competition, or even just a general rivalry.
- Finnish Word
- kilpailu (noun)
- Definition
- competition
§ Basic Usage
The most straightforward way to use 'kilpailu' is as a direct translation of 'competition'.
Olen mukana kilpailussa.
- Olen mukana: I am participating
- kilpailussa: in the competition (inessive case)
Voitin kilpailun!
- Voitin: I won
- kilpailun: the competition (genitive/accusative case, because 'winning' acts on the object)
§ Types of Competition
You can specify the type of competition by adding a word before 'kilpailu'. This word usually goes in the genitive case (ending in -n, -den, -tten).
Se on laulukilpailu.
- Se on: It is
- laulukilpailu: a singing competition (laulu + kilpailu)
Yritysten välinen kilpailu on kovaa.
- Yritysten välinen: between companies
- kilpailu: competition
- on kovaa: is tough
§ Prepositions and Cases
Finnish doesn't use prepositions in the same way as English. Instead, it uses different case endings for nouns to show relationships. Let's look at some common ones with 'kilpailu'.
In the competition (inessive case: -ssa/-ssä)
Hän menestyi hyvin kilpailussa.
- Hän menestyi hyvin: He/She did well
- kilpailussa: in the competition
To the competition (illative case: -an/-än, -seen, -in)
Me menemme kilpailuun.
- Me menemme: We are going
- kilpailuun: to the competition
From the competition (elative case: -sta/-stä)
Tulin juuri kilpailusta.
- Tulin juuri: I just came
- kilpailusta: from the competition
§ Competition as an abstract concept
'Kilpailu' can also refer to the general idea of competition, like in economics or sports in general.
Terve kilpailu on hyväksi markkinoille.
- Terve kilpailu: Healthy competition
- on hyväksi: is good
- markkinoille: for the markets (allative case, indicating 'for' or 'to')
§ Related words
Knowing these related words will help you understand the full picture of 'kilpailu':
- Kilpailla (verb): to compete. E.g., "He kilpailevat toisiaan vastaan." (They compete against each other.)
- Kilpailija (noun): competitor. E.g., "Hän on paras kilpailija." (He/She is the best competitor.)
- Kilpailukyky (noun): competitiveness. E.g., "Yrityksen kilpailukyky parani." (The company's competitiveness improved.)
By practicing these different forms and uses, you'll be able to talk about 'kilpailu' like a pro!
Hello there! Let's talk about the Finnish word kilpailu. This word is super common and you'll hear it in many different situations, from everyday chats to news reports. It means 'competition' in English, and it covers a lot of ground. Think about sports, business, or even just who gets the last piece of cake – kilpailu fits all those.
§ What 'kilpailu' means
- DEFINITION
- The act of competing; a contest for superiority or a prize. This can be friendly or serious, structured or informal.
§ 'Kilpailu' in the workplace
In the business world, kilpailu is a big deal. Companies are always in kilpailu with each other to get customers, develop new products, or hire the best people. You'll hear about market kilpailu (market competition) or how a company needs to stay competitive. It’s all about trying to be better or more successful than others.
Yrityksemme joutuu kovaan kilpailuun uusien tulokkaiden kanssa.
- Yrityksemme: Our company
- joutuu: faces/gets into
- kovaan: tough/hard (in this context, intense)
- uusien tulokkaiden kanssa: with new entrants
Hän voitti paikan tiimissä tiukan kilpailun jälkeen.
- Hän voitti: She/He won
- paikan tiimissä: a spot in the team
- tiukan: tight/fierce
- jälkeen: after
§ 'Kilpailu' in education
Schools and universities also involve kilpailu. Students might compete for grades, scholarships, or a spot in a popular program. Sometimes it's about being the best in a particular subject, or simply getting into a good school. You might also hear about academic kilpailu, which refers to contests for knowledge or skills.
Opiskelijat osallistuivat valtakunnalliseen matematiikan kilpailuun.
- Opiskelijat: The students
- osallistuivat: participated
- valtakunnalliseen: national
- matematiikan: of mathematics
Korkeakouluun pääsemiseksi on kova kilpailu.
- Korkeakouluun pääsemiseksi: To get into higher education
- on kova: there is fierce
§ 'Kilpailu' in the news and media
The news loves kilpailu. Think about sports reports – football kilpailu, ice hockey kilpailu, Olympic kilpailu. It’s also used when talking about political elections (presidential kilpailu) or even economic competition between countries. Any situation where there's a winner and a loser, or just participants trying to achieve the best outcome, can be described with kilpailu.
Tämän vuoden laulukilpailu keräsi ennätysyleisön.
- Tämän vuoden: This year's
- laulukilpailu: song competition
- keräsi: gathered/attracted
- ennätysyleisön: a record audience
Poliittinen kilpailu on kiristymässä ennen vaaleja.
- Poliittinen: Political
- on kiristymässä: is tightening/intensifying
- ennen vaaleja: before the elections
§ Everyday use of 'kilpailu'
Even in casual conversation, kilpailu pops up. Maybe you're joking with friends about who can eat the most pancakes, or perhaps there's a friendly kilpailu in your household about who does the dishes. It’s not always about serious stakes; sometimes it’s just about having fun or motivating each other.
Meillä on aina pieni kilpailu siitä, kuka tekee parhaan kahvin.
- Meillä on aina: We always have
- pieni: a small
- siitä, kuka tekee: about who makes
- parhaan kahvin: the best coffee
So, there you have it. Kilpailu is a versatile word in Finnish that you’ll encounter in many different contexts. Keep an ear out for it, and you'll quickly get the hang of its various uses!
§ Understanding 'Kilpailu'
The Finnish word for 'competition' is 'kilpailu'. It's a useful word at the CEFR B1 level and you'll hear it often in many contexts. Think of 'kilpailu' as the general, all-purpose word for competition, whether it's a sports event, a business rivalry, or even a contest.
§ Basic Use of Kilpailu
You can use 'kilpailu' in most situations where you would use 'competition' in English. It's straightforward.
Olen menossa kilpailuun lauantaina.
- Translation hint
- I am going to a competition on Saturday.
Talous on täynnä kilpailua.
- Translation hint
- The economy is full of competition.
§ Similar Words and When to Use Them
While 'kilpailu' is a great general term, Finnish has other words that specify different types of competition. Knowing these will make your Finnish more precise.
Kisa: This is a more casual or informal word for 'competition' or 'race'. It's often used for sporting events or friendly contests.
Lapset järjestivät kisan, kuka juoksee nopeimmin.
- Translation hint
- The children organized a competition (or race) of who runs fastest.
Turnaus: This means 'tournament'. Use this specifically when talking about a series of competitions or games, usually in sports or gaming, that lead to a champion.
He osallistuvat shakin turnaukseen.
- Translation hint
- They are participating in a chess tournament.
Ottelu: This translates to 'match' or 'game'. It refers to a single instance of a competition, especially in sports.
Jalkapallo-ottelu oli jännittävä.
- Translation hint
- The football match was exciting.
Taistelu: This word means 'battle' or 'fight'. While it involves competition, it implies a more intense or even violent struggle, often in a metaphorical sense for business or political struggles, or literally for warfare.
Yritykset kävivät ankaraa taistelua
- Translation hint
- The companies waged a fierce battle for market share.
§ Key Takeaway
'Kilpailu' is your go-to word for 'competition' in general. For more specific situations:
Use 'kisa' for informal contests or races.
Use 'turnaus' for organized series of games or contests.
Use 'ottelu' for a single sporting event or game.
Use 'taistelu' when the competition is intense, like a battle.
Practicing these distinctions will help you sound more natural in Finnish.
Wusstest du?
The root 'kilpa' means 'race' or 'contest'.
Beispiele nach Niveau
Menestyminen kilpailussa vaatii paljon harjoittelua.
Success in competition requires a lot of practice.
Kilpailu oli kovaa, mutta joukkueemme voitti.
The competition was tough, but our team won.
Haluatko osallistua tähän kilpailuun?
Do you want to participate in this competition?
Lasten piirustuskilpailu oli suuri menestys.
The children's drawing competition was a great success.
Olemme valmiita uuteen kilpailuun.
We are ready for a new competition.
Reilu kilpailu on tärkeää urheilussa.
Fair competition is important in sports.
Kilpailun säännöt olivat selvät.
The rules of the competition were clear.
Hän voitti kilpailun helposti.
He won the competition easily.
Kilpailu oli kovaa, mutta me voitimme.
The competition was tough, but we won.
Hän osallistui laulukilpailuun.
He/she participated in a singing competition.
Voittaja saa palkinnoksi matkan.
The winner gets a trip as a prize.
Tässä kilpailussa on monta osallistujaa.
There are many participants in this competition.
Reilu kilpailu on tärkeää.
Fair competition is important.
Olen innoissani tästä kilpailusta.
I'm excited about this competition.
Kilpailu järjestetään ensi viikolla.
The competition will be held next week.
Hän on hyvä kilpailija.
He/she is a good competitor.
Kilpailu työpaikoista on kovaa, joten on tärkeää erottua joukosta.
Competition for jobs is tough, so it's important to stand out from the crowd.
Here, 'kilpailu' is in the nominative case as the subject of the sentence.
Yritysten välinen kilpailu markkinaosuuksista voi johtaa innovaatioihin ja parempiin tuotteisiin.
Competition between companies for market share can lead to innovations and better products.
'Kilpailu' is again in the nominative. 'Yritysten välinen' indicates 'between companies'.
Hän nauttii kilpailusta ja pyrkii aina voittamaan, oli kyse sitten mistä tahansa.
He enjoys competition and always strives to win, no matter what it is about.
'Kilpailusta' is in the elative case (from/about competition), indicating enjoyment of something.
Talouskasvu edellyttää avointa kilpailua ja vapaita markkinoita.
Economic growth requires open competition and free markets.
'Kilpailua' is in the partitive case, indicating a requirement or something that is not fully specified.
Olympialaiset ovat urheilijoiden suurin kansainvälinen kilpailu.
The Olympics are the athletes' biggest international competition.
'Kilpailu' is in the nominative, acting as a predicate nominative here.
Tiukka kilpailu sai hänet työskentelemään entistä kovemmin kehittääkseen taitojaan.
Fierce competition made him work even harder to develop his skills.
'Kilpailu' is the subject. 'Tiukka' is an adjective modifying it.
On vaikea arvioida, kuinka paljon kilpailu todella vaikuttaa tuotteiden hintoihin.
It's difficult to assess how much competition truly affects product prices.
'Kilpailu' is in the nominative case within a subordinate clause, acting as the subject of that clause.
Heidän kilpailunsa alkoi nuorina ja jatkuu edelleen vahvana heidän urillaan.
Their competition started when they were young and continues strong in their careers.
'Kilpailunsa' uses a possessive suffix (-nsa) indicating 'their competition'.
Wird oft verwechselt mit
This can refer to a 'race' or a 'contest' but is often used in compound words or more informally. 'Kilpailu' is the more general and formal term for 'competition'.
This specifically means 'tournament.' While a tournament is a type of competition, 'kilpailu' is a broader term.
This means 'trial' or 'test.' While a competition can be a test, 'koetus' implies more of an assessment of ability rather than vying for a prize.
Grammatikmuster
Redewendungen & Ausdrücke
"kova kilpailu"
fierce competition
Yritysten välillä on kova kilpailu. (There is fierce competition between companies.)
neutral"reilu kilpailu"
fair competition
Toivomme reilua kilpailua markkinoilla. (We hope for fair competition in the market.)
neutral"kilpailu on kovaa"
competition is tough/fierce
Tällä alalla kilpailu on kovaa. (In this field, the competition is tough.)
neutral"asettaa kilpailuun"
to enter a competition
Hän aikoo asettaa maalauksensa kilpailuun. (He intends to enter his painting into the competition.)
neutral"voittaa kilpailu"
to win a competition
Meidän joukkueemme voitti kilpailun. (Our team won the competition.)
neutral"hävitä kilpailu"
to lose a competition
Hän oli pettynyt hävitessään kilpailun. (He was disappointed to lose the competition.)
neutral"kilpailun ulkopuolella"
outside of the competition (not participating or not eligible)
Hän osallistui näytökseen kilpailun ulkopuolella. (He participated in the demonstration outside of the competition.)
neutral"kilpailun hengessä"
in the spirit of competition
Urheilijat kättelivät toisiaan kilpailun hengessä. (The athletes shook hands in the spirit of competition.)
neutral"kilpailun tulokset"
competition results
Kilpailun tulokset julkistetaan huomenna. (The competition results will be announced tomorrow.)
neutral"kilpailuhenkinen"
competitive (adjective describing a person or atmosphere)
Hän on erittäin kilpailuhenkinen ihminen. (He is a very competitive person.)
neutralLeicht verwechselbar
Often confused with similar-sounding words or words that describe related concepts in English. For example, 'kilpailla' (to compete) or 'kilpailija' (competitor). The main confusion arises because 'kilpailu' refers specifically to the event or act of competing, rather than the act of competing itself or a person competing.
'Kilpailu' is the noun form of 'competition.' It refers to the event where people or teams try to win something. It's not the verb 'to compete' or the noun 'competitor.'
Suomen paras laulaja -kilpailu on suosittu. (The best singer of Finland competition is popular.)
This is the verb 'to compete.' Learners might confuse it with the noun 'kilpailu' (competition) or 'kilpailija' (competitor).
'Kilpailla' is the action of competing. You 'kilpailet' in a 'kilpailu'.
Hän kilpailee yleisurheilussa. (He competes in track and field.)
This noun means 'competitor.' It can be confused with 'kilpailu' (competition) or 'kilpailla' (to compete).
'Kilpailija' is the person who competes. They are the one who participates in a 'kilpailu' and 'kilpailee'.
Urheilijat ovat hyviä kilpailijoita. (The athletes are good competitors.)
This word means 'opponent' or 'adversary.' While related to competition, it's not the same as a general 'competitor.'
'Vastustaja' is specifically the person or team you are competing against in a specific event. A 'kilpailija' is a general term for someone who competes, but a 'vastustaja' is your specific rival.
Minun vastustajani oli todella taitava. (My opponent was really skilled.)
This word means 'struggle' or 'fight.' It can be confused with 'kilpailu' (competition) because both involve effort and striving.
'Kamppailu' often implies a more intense struggle, possibly involving physical conflict or a difficult challenge, whereas 'kilpailu' is more generally about vying for a prize or status.
Elämä on joskus kamppailua. (Life is sometimes a struggle.)
Satzmuster
Minä pidän kilpailusta.
I like the competition.
Kilpailu on mielenkiintoinen.
The competition is interesting.
Hän voitti kilpailun.
He won the competition.
Osallistun kilpailuun.
I will participate in the competition.
Kilpailu työllistää monia ihmisiä.
Competition employs many people.
Tämä on kova kilpailu yrityksille.
This is a tough competition for companies.
Wortherkunft
Proto-Finnic *kilpailu
Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: race, contest
UralicKultureller Kontext
Finns are known for their competitive nature, especially in sports like ice hockey and rally driving. This competitiveness often extends to everyday life, from academic achievements to sauna rituals.
Im Alltag üben
Kontexte aus dem Alltag
Sports and Games
- Urheilukilpailu - Sports competition
- Joukkuekilpailu - Team competition
- Voittaa kilpailu - Win the competition
Business and Economics
- Markkinakilpailu - Market competition
- Kova kilpailu - Fierce competition
- Kilpailukyky - Competitiveness
Education and Academia
- Opiskelijakilpailu - Student competition
- Tiedekilpailu - Science competition
- Kilpailla paikasta - Compete for a spot
General Usage and Everyday Life
- Reilu kilpailu - Fair competition
- Mielenkiintoinen kilpailu - Interesting competition
- Osallistua kilpailuun - Participate in a competition
Music and Arts
- Laulukilpailu - Singing competition
- Taidekilpailu - Art competition
- Kilpailun tuomari - Competition judge
Gesprächseinstiege
"Oletko koskaan osallistunut kilpailuun? Minkälaiseen?"
"Mikä on mielestäsi tärkeintä kilpailussa: voitto vai osallistuminen?"
"Onko Suomessa paljon kilpailua työmarkkinoilla omalla alallasi?"
"Mitä mieltä olet tositelevisio-ohjelmista, joissa on paljon kilpailua?"
"Harrastatko jotain, missä on kilpailuelementtiä?"
Tagebuch-Impulse
Kuvaile kokemustasi kilpailusta, jossa olit mukana. Mitä opit siitä?
Pohdi kilpailun roolia elämässäsi. Onko se sinulle motivoiva vai stressaava tekijä?
Kirjoita tarina kilpailusta, jossa mielikuvitushahmosi voittaa (tai häviää) odottamattomasti.
Miten kilpailu vaikuttaa yhteiskuntaan ja yksilöihin? Onko se hyvä vai huono asia?
Mieti, miten voisit parantaa omaa kilpailukykyäsi jollain elämäsi osa-alueella.
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He ovat hyvässä kunnossa ennen suurta ___. (They are in good shape before the big ___.)
The word 'suurta' (big) is in the partitive case, which requires the noun 'kilpailu' (competition) to also be in the partitive case ('kilpailua').
Pieni ___ oli lasten kesken. (A small ___ was among the children.)
Here, 'kilpailu' is the subject of the sentence, so it remains in the nominative case.
Voitimme ___! (We won the ___!)
When 'kilpailu' is the direct object of a completed action (winning), it takes the genitive case, 'kilpailun'.
Olen iloinen tästä ___ voitosta. (I am happy about this ___ win.)
'Kilpailun' is in the genitive case because it modifies 'voitosta' (win), indicating whose win it is.
Kuka osallistuu ___? (Who participates in the ___?)
The illative case ('-un') is used to indicate movement into something, or participation in an event.
Hän pärjää hyvin ___ kaikissa. (He does well in all ___.)
The inessive plural case ('-ssa') is used to indicate 'in' or 'within' multiple competitions.
The competition is interesting.
We are going to the competition.
Do you like the competition?
Read this aloud:
Kilpailu on jännittävä.
Focus: kil-pai-lu
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Haluan osallistua kilpailuun.
Focus: o-sal-lis-tu-a
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Voitin kilpailun!
Focus: voi-tin
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Jalkapallo-ottelu oli tiukka ___.
The sentence talks about a close football match, and 'kilpailu' means competition, which fits the context. The other options (book, shop, street) do not make sense.
Lapset järjestivät piirustuskilpailun. Kuka voittaa tämän ___?
Here, 'kilpailun' is in the genitive case, meaning 'of the competition' or 'this competition' (as a direct object). The question asks who will win 'this competition'.
Hän osallistuu laulukilpailuun. Hän haluaa voittaa ___.
The sentence indicates that the person wants to win 'the competition'. 'Kilpailun' is the correct form for the object of the verb 'voittaa' (to win).
Oliko eilen televisiossa jännittävä urheilu___?
The question is about an exciting sports event on TV. 'Kilpailu' (competition) fits this context perfectly. The other options (library, kitchen, cafe) are irrelevant.
En pidä tästä ___ paljon. Se on liian vaikea.
The verb 'pitää' (to like) takes the elative case (-sta/-stä) when referring to something one likes or dislikes. Thus, 'kilpailusta' (from this competition) is the correct form.
Tämä on tärkeä ___ meille. Meidän täytyy harjoitella.
The sentence talks about an important event that requires practice, making 'kilpailu' (competition) the most suitable word. The other options (school, home, city) do not fit the context.
Choose the correct translation for 'kilpailu'.
'Kilpailu' means 'competition' in English.
Mikä näistä tarkoittaa 'competition'?
'Kilpailu' is the Finnish word for competition.
The children had a drawing ____.
The sentence requires the Finnish word for competition, which is 'kilpailu'.
'Kilpailu' means 'party'.
'Kilpailu' means 'competition', not 'party'. The word for party is 'juhla'.
There is a 'kilpailu' at school today. This means there is a competition.
If there is a 'kilpailu' at school, it indeed means there is a competition.
Can you say 'Meillä on kilpailu' to mean 'We have a competition'?
'Meillä on kilpailu' correctly translates to 'We have a competition'.
The competition starts at ten o'clock.
Who won the competition?
This is an important competition.
Read this aloud:
Sano: Minä pidän kilpailuista.
Focus: kilpailuista
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Sano: Onko tässä kilpailu?
Focus: kilpailu
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Sano: Hänen kilpailunsa oli hyvä.
Focus: kilpailunsa
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Write a sentence using 'kilpailu' to describe a situation where you or someone you know participated in a contest or competition.
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Sample answer
Minä osallistuin viime viikolla jännittävään kilpailuun. (I participated in an exciting competition last week.)
Form a simple question using 'kilpailu' asking if someone likes competitions.
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Pidätkö sinä kilpailuista? (Do you like competitions?)
Write a sentence saying that a competition is difficult.
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Tämä kilpailu on hyvin vaikea. (This competition is very difficult.)
Pitääkö puhuja kilpailuista?
Read this passage:
Huomenna on urheilukilpailu. Monet ihmiset osallistuvat siihen. Minä en pidä kilpailuista, mutta minun ystäväni pitää. Hän haluaa voittaa.
Pitääkö puhuja kilpailuista?
The passage says 'Minä en pidä kilpailuista' (I don't like competitions).
The passage says 'Minä en pidä kilpailuista' (I don't like competitions).
Mikä kilpailu lapsilla oli?
Read this passage:
Lapset järjestivät piirustuskilpailun. Voittaja sai ison palkinnon. Kaikki lapset nauttivat kilpailusta, vaikka vain yksi voitti.
Mikä kilpailu lapsilla oli?
The passage states 'Lapset järjestivät piirustuskilpailun' (The children organized a drawing competition).
The passage states 'Lapset järjestivät piirustuskilpailun' (The children organized a drawing competition).
Milloin seuraava kilpailu on?
Read this passage:
Seuraava kilpailu on ensi kuussa. Se on musiikkikilpailu. Harjoittelen joka päivä, koska haluan menestyä kilpailussa. Toivon, että voitan.
Milloin seuraava kilpailu on?
The passage says 'Seuraava kilpailu on ensi kuussa' (The next competition is next month).
The passage says 'Seuraava kilpailu on ensi kuussa' (The next competition is next month).
Choose the best translation for: 'Kilpailu oli tiukka.'
'Tiukka' means tough or tight, and 'kilpailu' means competition. So the best translation is 'The competition was tough.'
Which word best completes the sentence: 'Hän osallistui laulukilpailuun ja voitti sen.'
The sentence means 'He participated in the singing competition and won it.' 'Laulukilpailu' (singing competition) is the correct term here.
Which sentence correctly uses 'kilpailu' to mean a sporting event?
'Jalkapallokilpailu' specifically refers to a football competition, which is a sporting event. The other options refer to different types of competition.
The word 'kilpailu' can only refer to a sports event.
No, 'kilpailu' can refer to various types of competitions, not just sports. For example, a singing competition ('laulukilpailu') or a price competition ('hintakilpailu').
If you want to say 'fair competition' in Finnish, you would say 'reilu kilpailu'.
'Reilu' means fair, so 'reilu kilpailu' correctly translates to 'fair competition'.
The sentence 'Kilpailu oli helppo' means 'The competition was difficult'.
'Helppo' means easy. Therefore, 'Kilpailu oli helppo' means 'The competition was easy', not difficult.
Focus on understanding how the competition was and when the winner was decided.
Listen for who is competing and what the effect is on consumers.
Try to understand why 'hän' (he/she) participated in the competition.
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Mitä mieltä olet kilpailun merkityksestä yhteiskunnassa?
Focus: kilpailun merkityksestä
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Kuvaile kilpailua, johon olet osallistunut tai jonka olet seurannut.
Focus: kuvaile kilpailua
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Miten kilpailu vaikuttaa ihmisten motivaatioon ja suorituskykyyn?
Focus: motivaatioon ja suorituskykyyn
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Johtaja korosti, että tiukka sisäinen ___ on välttämätöntä innovaation edistämiseksi ja yrityksen kilpailukyvyn säilyttämiseksi globaaleilla markkinoilla.
Tässä kontekstissa 'kilpailu' viittaa sisäiseen kilpailuun innovaatioiden ja kilpailukyvyn edistämiseksi.
Akateemisessa maailmassa julkaisujen ja apurahojen saaminen on usein ankaran ___ tulosta, jossa tutkijat kamppailevat rajallisista resursseista.
Laajemmassa kontekstissa 'kilpailun' genetiivimuoto sopii, koska se seuraa ilmaisua 'ankaran ___ tulosta'.
Kansainvälisten markkinoiden kiristynyt ___ pakottaa yritykset jatkuvasti kehittämään tuotteitaan ja palveluitaan pysyäkseen relevantteina.
'Kiristynyt kilpailu' on yleinen ilmaisu kuvaamaan markkinatilannetta.
Valtion tukema ___ edistää pienyritysten kasvua ja luo uusia työpaikkoja alueelliselle taloudelle.
Valtion tuki voi edistää 'kilpailua' luomalla tasapuolisemmat toimintaedellytykset, mikä hyödyttää pienyrityksiä.
Pitkän aikavälin menestyksen kannalta on olennaista ymmärtää markkinoiden dynaamista ___ ja sopeutua muuttuviin olosuhteisiin.
Tässä tarvitaan partitiivia, koska 'ymmärtää' verbillä usein hallitaan partitiivia, ja 'markkinoiden dynaamista kilpailua' on luonteva ilmaisu.
Urheilun huipputasolla ___ on armotonta, ja vain harvat saavuttavat lopulta maailman huipulle.
'Armoton kilpailu' on tyypillinen ilmaisu urheilun kontekstissa, mikä viittaa kovaan kamppailuun menestyksestä.
This sentence structure (adjective + noun, subject + verb + object) is typical in Finnish. 'Tiukka kilpailu' (fierce competition) is the subject, and 'pakottaa' (forces) is the verb.
This sentence starts with a subordinating conjunction 'vaikka' (although), followed by a clause, then the main clause. 'Hän onnistui' (he/she succeeded) is the core of the second clause.
Here, 'Markkinoiden kiristyvä kilpailu' (the tightening competition of the markets) functions as the subject, followed by the verb 'asetti' (set/posed) and the object 'uusia haasteita' (new challenges).
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