competitividad
“competitividad” means “competitiveness” in Spanish (The ability of a person or business to compete effectively.).
competitiveness
Also: competitive edge
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Nuestra empresa necesita mejorar su competitividad.
A2Our company needs to improve its competitiveness.
La competitividad en los deportes ayuda a mejorar el rendimiento.
B1Competitiveness in sports helps improve performance.
El fomento de la innovación es clave para la competitividad del país en el mercado global.
C1Promoting innovation is key to the country's competitiveness in the global market.
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Quick Quiz: competitividad
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Which of these is the correct way to say 'the competitiveness'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'competere', which means 'to strive together' or 'to meet', combined with the Spanish ending '-dad' which indicates a quality.
First recorded: 19th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'competitividad' formal?
It is neutral. You can use it in a business meeting, but also in a casual conversation about sports.
How do I pronounce the final 'd'?
In many parts of Spain and Latin America, the final 'd' is very soft, almost like the 'th' in 'thin', or sometimes it is barely heard at all.
Does it mean the same thing as 'competencia'?
Sometimes. 'Competencia' can mean 'competition' (the act of competing) or 'competence' (being good at something), but 'competitividad' specifically refers to the *ability* to be successful against rivals.