der Konkurrenzkampf
Translation
competition, competitive struggle, rivalry
Examples
Der Konkurrenzkampf auf dem Markt ist hart.
The competition in the market is tough.
Es herrscht ein starker Konkurrenzkampf zwischen den Firmen.
There is a strong competitive struggle between the companies.
Grammar Patterns
der Konkurrenzkampf um et4 the competition for sth. The competition for customers is fierce.
der Konkurrenzkampf zwischen+3 the competition between... The competition between the two firms is well-known.
Similar Words
Synonyms: competition, rivalry, contest; Antonyms: cooperation, collaboration
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Konkurrenz' (competition) and 'Kampf' (fight, struggle). Literally a 'competition-fight'.
Memory Tips
Break the word into its two parts: 'Konkurrenz' (competition) + 'Kampf' (fight). It's a very descriptive compound word.