Doing something in a way that allows you to succeed against others.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Used to describe actions taken to surpass rivals.
- Commonly found in business and sports contexts.
- Indicates a strategic focus on winning or market relevance.
Visão Geral
O termo 'competitivamente' deriva do adjetivo 'competitivo' e do sufixo '-mente', que forma advérbios de modo. Ele indica que uma atividade ou estratégia está sendo executada com foco em vencer, destacar-se ou manter-se relevante em relação a concorrentes. 2) Padrões de Uso: É muito comum em contextos de negócios, esportes e economia. Geralmente, acompanha verbos como 'precificar', 'posicionar', 'atuar' ou 'jogar'. A estrutura gramatical é simples: [Sujeito] + [Verbo] + [Competitivamente]. 3) Contextos Comuns: No ambiente corporativo, falamos de 'precificar competitivamente' para atrair clientes. Nos esportes, refere-se a atletas que treinam ou jogam de forma intensa para ganhar. Também pode ser usado metaforicamente para descrever alguém que é muito ambicioso em suas interações sociais. 4) Comparação com Sinônimos: Diferente de 'agressivamente' (que foca na força da ação), 'competitivamente' foca na eficácia da posição em relação a terceiros. Enquanto 'eficientemente' foca apenas na produtividade, 'competitivamente' exige a presença de um rival ou mercado externo.
Examples
A empresa se posicionou competitivamente no mercado global.
everydayThe company positioned itself competitively in the global market.
Eles precisam jogar competitivamente para vencer o campeonato.
formalThey need to play competitively to win the championship.
Ela sempre age competitivamente em qualquer jogo de tabuleiro.
informalShe always acts competitively in any board game.
O país busca atuar competitivamente na exportação de grãos.
academicThe country seeks to act competitively in grain exports.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
ser competitivo
to be competitive
vantagem competitiva
competitive advantage
manter-se competitivo
to remain competitive
Often Confused With
Competente refers to skill and ability to do a job well. Competitivamente refers to the drive to beat others.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
This adverb is primarily used in professional and sports settings. It carries a formal tone but is widely understood in general discourse. Ensure there is a clear rival or market benchmark being referenced.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse it with 'competentemente'. Remember that 'competently' means doing something well, while 'competitively' means doing it to win or stay ahead of rivals.
Tips
Focus on the context of rivalry
Always remember that the word implies a comparison with others. If there is no competition involved, choose a different adverb like 'efficiently'.
Avoid overuse in casual speech
Using this word too much in daily conversation can make you sound like a business executive. Keep it for professional or competitive settings.
Business culture in Brazil
In Brazilian corporate culture, being 'competitivo' is highly valued. Using this adverb shows you understand the importance of market strategy.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin 'competere', meaning to strive together or seek together. It evolved through French to denote rivalry.
Cultural Context
In many cultures, including Brazil, being competitive is seen as a sign of ambition and drive. It is a positive trait in business but can be viewed as intense in social settings.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'Competition'. If you add 'mente', you are doing it in the 'manner' of a competition.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsUse quando quiser enfatizar que o objetivo de uma ação é superar rivais. É ideal para contextos de trabalho, vendas ou competições esportivas.
Sim, embora seja mais comum em contextos formais. Em conversas casuais, pode ser usado para descrever alguém que gosta muito de ganhar em jogos.
Ser competitivo é um traço de personalidade. Agir competitivamente é o modo como você executa uma tarefa específica.
Sim, 'incompetitivamente' é o antônimo, embora seja raramente usado. Geralmente, usa-se 'de forma pouco competitiva' para transmitir a mesma ideia.
Test Yourself
Complete a frase corretamente.
Para atrair mais clientes, a empresa decidiu precificar seus produtos ___.
O contexto de precificação de mercado exige o uso de um termo relacionado à concorrência.
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Summary
Doing something in a way that allows you to succeed against others.
- Used to describe actions taken to surpass rivals.
- Commonly found in business and sports contexts.
- Indicates a strategic focus on winning or market relevance.
Focus on the context of rivalry
Always remember that the word implies a comparison with others. If there is no competition involved, choose a different adverb like 'efficiently'.
Avoid overuse in casual speech
Using this word too much in daily conversation can make you sound like a business executive. Keep it for professional or competitive settings.
Business culture in Brazil
In Brazilian corporate culture, being 'competitivo' is highly valued. Using this adverb shows you understand the importance of market strategy.
Examples
4 of 4A empresa se posicionou competitivamente no mercado global.
The company positioned itself competitively in the global market.
Eles precisam jogar competitivamente para vencer o campeonato.
They need to play competitively to win the championship.
Ela sempre age competitivamente em qualquer jogo de tabuleiro.
She always acts competitively in any board game.
O país busca atuar competitivamente na exportação de grãos.
The country seeks to act competitively in grain exports.
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This Word in Other Languages
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abdicar
A2To give up, to abdicate; to renounce or relinquish a throne, right, power, or claim.
acessível
B1Available, accessible; easy to approach or use.
acidente de trabalho
A2An unforeseen and undesired event occurring in the course of work, causing injury.
a curto prazo
A2Over a short period of time; short-term.
adaptabilidade
A2The quality of being able to adjust to new conditions.
adaptavelmente
A2Adaptably, in an adaptable manner; with flexibility.
adequado
A2Adequate; satisfactory or acceptable in quality or quantity.
adicional
A2additional; added, extra, or supplementary.
administração
B1Administration; the management of any office, business, or organization.
administrativo
B1Administrative; relating to the running of a business or organization.
