Kumpitis (en. Competition)

kom-pi-tis

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of contesting for a purpose or reward.
The competition among athletes is very lively.
Ang kumpitis sa pagitan ng mga atleta ay napaka-masigla.
An event where people or groups compete against each other.
There is a competition in music next week.
Mayroong kumpitis sa larangan ng musika sa susunod na linggo.
The state of wanting to win against another person.
The competition motivates him to study hard.
Ang kumpitis ay nag-uudyok sa kanya na mag-aral nang mabuti.

Etymology

Derived from the English word 'compete'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to participate in a competition
to take part in a contest
maging kalahok sa kumpitis
won the competition
emerged victorious in a contest
nanalo sa kumpitis

Related Words

competitor
A person or group participating in a competition.
kumpitensya
criteria
The standards or criteria used in a competition.
pamantayan

Slang Meanings

Kumpit (or kumpitis) - A person who is good in discussions or gatherings but prefers not to engage fully in the group.
They're not really kumpitis at work, they like being alone but are always part of the lunch group.
Hindi siya kumpitis sa trabaho, gustong mag-isa pero lagi ring kasama sa lunch.
Kumpitis - Someone who easily gets affected emotionally by what happens around them.
As soon as something bad happens, you're already acting like a kumpitis!
Basta’t may nangyaring masama, kumpitis ka na agad!