concurso
/kon-KOOR-soh/
contest
A concurso as a 'contest' is visualized by a triumphant winner standing on a podium.
concurso(noun)
contest
?A competition where a winner is chosen
,competition
?An event where people strive to win
game show
?A television competition
,tournament
?A series of matches
📝 In Action
¿Viste el concurso de talentos anoche? ¡Fue increíble!
A2Did you see the talent contest last night? It was incredible!
Ganó el primer premio en el concurso de fotografía.
B1She won the first prize in the photography competition.
Mucha gente se presentó al concurso para el nuevo puesto de trabajo.
B1Many people applied for the competition for the new job position.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Masculine
Remember to always use the masculine article 'el' or 'un' before 'concurso,' even though it ends in '-o'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing 'Concurso' and 'Carrera'
Mistake: "Using 'carrera' for a talent show (e.g., 'carrera de talentos')."
Correction: 'Carrera' means 'race' or 'career.' Use 'concurso' for structured events where judges decide the winner.
⭐ Usage Tips
Verb Partner
The most common verb to use with 'concurso' is 'participar en' (to participate in) or 'ganar' (to win).
This illustrates concurso in the sense of a 'public tender,' showing the submission of formal bids.
concurso(noun)
public tender
?A formal process for submitting bids for a contract
,bankruptcy proceedings
?The legal process when a company or person cannot pay debts
creditors' meeting
?A formal gathering of creditors
📝 In Action
La empresa se declaró en concurso de acreedores tras la crisis financiera.
C1The company filed for bankruptcy proceedings after the financial crisis.
El ayuntamiento ha abierto un concurso para la construcción del nuevo puente.
C2The city council has opened a public tender for the construction of the new bridge.
💡 Grammar Points
Legal Phrase
When referring to bankruptcy, always use the full phrase 'concurso de acreedores' (creditors' contest/meeting) or 'declararse en concurso' (to declare bankruptcy).
⭐ Usage Tips
Context is Key
If you hear 'concurso' in a news report about business, it likely means 'tender' or 'bankruptcy,' not a game show.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: concurso
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'concurso' in its legal/business sense?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'concurso' the same as 'competición'?
Yes, they are synonyms and often interchangeable when talking about games or sports. However, 'concurso' is more commonly used for structured events like TV game shows, talent reviews, or public job applications, while 'competición' is broader and used more often for athletic events.
How do I say 'contestant'?
The person participating in a 'concurso' is called a 'concursante.' This word is used for both men and women.