Nomen

die Wettbewerbe

competitions, contests, tournaments

Die Schule organisiert viele sportliche Wettbewerbe.

The school organizes many sports competitions.

Diese Wettbewerbe sind international bekannt.

These competitions are internationally known.

to take part in a competition ((an+3)) Er nimmt am Fotowettbewerb teil.

to win/lose a competition ((et4)) Sie hat den Wettbewerb gewonnen.

Synonyms: contest, competition, tournament; Antonyms: cooperation, collaboration

From 'Wette' (bet, wager) and 'bewerben' (to apply, compete). Literally a 'contest of applicants'.

Think of a 'bet' (Wett) where you must 'verbally' (bewerben) prove you are the best to win.

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