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How to Say "competes for" in Spanish

The Spanish word for “competes for” is “disputa” — B2 level.

English → SpanishB2
verbB2
when he/she/it tries to win something
A person standing with crossed arms and a firm expression, shaking their head to argue against a plan shown as a simple drawing on a board.

Examples

Él disputa cada punto del partido.

He competes for every point of the match.

Ella disputa la versión oficial de los hechos.

She disputes the official version of the events.

¡Disputa el balón!

Go for the ball! (Command)

Identifying the Subject

This specific form 'disputa' is used when talking about 'he', 'she', 'it', or the formal 'you' (usted).

Giving Commands

You can use 'disputa' as an informal command when telling a friend to compete or fight for something, like '¡Disputa el balón!' (Fight for the ball!).

Confusing with 'discutir'

Mistake: “Disputo con mi madre ayer.”

Correction: Discutí con mi madre ayer.

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