die Wettbewerbsfähigkeit
Translation
competitiveness, viability
Examples
Die Wettbewerbsfähigkeit des Landes ist hoch.
The country's competitiveness is high.
Wir müssen unsere Wettbewerbsfähigkeit steigern.
We must increase our competitiveness.
Grammar Patterns
the competitiveness of sth. The competitiveness of small businesses is low.
to increase/improve ((sth.)) We have to improve our competitiveness.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Konkurrenzfähigkeit; Antonyms: Wettbewerbsunfähigkeit
Etymology
From the adjective 'wettbewerbsfähig' (competitive) + the suffix '-keit', which forms abstract nouns, similar to '-ness' in English.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the state of being 'wettbewerbsfähig' (competitive). The '-keit' suffix turns the adjective into a noun.