प्रतिस्पर्धा का सामना करना
to face competition
Literalmente: प्रतिस्पर्धा (Competition) का (of) सामना (Facing) करना (To do)
Use this phrase to describe tackling external rivals with a professional and determined attitude.
En 15 segundos
- To actively deal with rivals in any field.
- Commonly used in business, sports, and academic contexts.
- Implies a sense of bravery and readiness for challenges.
Significado
This phrase is used when you are going head-to-head with others in a competitive environment. It describes the act of standing your ground and dealing with rivals in business, sports, or life.
Ejemplos clave
3 de 6Discussing a new business rival
हमारी कंपनी को बाज़ार में कड़ी प्रतिस्पर्धा का सामना करना पड़ रहा है।
Our company is having to face stiff competition in the market.
Talking about a cricket match
कल हमें एक मज़बूत टीम की प्रतिस्पर्धा का सामना करना होगा।
Tomorrow we will have to face competition from a strong team.
Encouraging a younger sibling
डरो मत, हर क्षेत्र में प्रतिस्पर्धा का सामना करना ही पड़ता है।
Don't be afraid, one has to face competition in every field.
Contexto cultural
In India, the 'competition' culture is intense due to the large population and limited opportunities in top tiers. This phrase is a staple in news headlines and motivational speeches. It reflects the shift from a traditional society to a merit-based, competitive global economy.
The 'Kadi' Connection
Always pair this with 'Kadi' (कड़ी) if you want to say the competition is tough. It's the most natural collocation.
Don't skip the 'Ka'
A common mistake is saying 'Pratispardha saamna karna'. You MUST include 'ka' for the sentence to be grammatically correct.
En 15 segundos
- To actively deal with rivals in any field.
- Commonly used in business, sports, and academic contexts.
- Implies a sense of bravery and readiness for challenges.
What It Means
प्रतिस्पर्धा का सामना करना is about being in the ring. It means you are actively dealing with competitors. It is not just about 'having' competition. It is about the action of facing it head-on. Think of a startup launching against a giant. Or a student trying to top a tough exam. It implies resilience and active participation.
How To Use It
You treat सामना करना as the verb part. It changes based on the tense. For example, सामना कर रहा हूँ means 'I am facing.' You use the postposition का before सामना. This links the competition to the action. It sounds professional but is very common in daily talk. Use it when discussing challenges that involve other people or companies.
When To Use It
Use it in a business meeting to discuss market rivals. It is perfect for sports commentary. You can use it when talking about your career growth. It works well in academic settings too. If you are applying for a job, use it. It shows you are brave and ready for challenges. It is a great way to sound determined.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it for internal struggles. If you are fighting your own laziness, this is not it. It requires an external opponent. Avoid it for very minor things. You don't 'face competition' to get the last slice of pizza. That is too dramatic! Keep it for situations with actual stakes. Also, avoid it in very intimate, romantic conversations. It sounds too 'corporate' for a date.
Cultural Background
India is a land of high competition. From board exams to cricket, everyone is racing. The word प्रतिस्पर्धा comes from Sanskrit roots. It carries a sense of 'equal' or 'matching' struggle. In Indian culture, facing competition is seen as a rite of passage. It is how you prove your worth. The phrase reflects the gritty, hardworking spirit of modern India.
Common Variations
You might hear मुकाबला करना (mukabla karna) often. That is more common in movies and sports. प्रतिस्पर्धा is the more 'refined' or 'standard' version. In slang, people might say टक्कर लेना (takkar lena). That means 'to collide' or 'to take on.' Use प्रतिस्पर्धा का सामना करना when you want to sound serious. It shows you have a sophisticated vocabulary.
Notas de uso
This is a B2-level phrase that leans towards formal or professional Hindi. It is highly appropriate for news, business, and academic writing.
The 'Kadi' Connection
Always pair this with 'Kadi' (कड़ी) if you want to say the competition is tough. It's the most natural collocation.
Don't skip the 'Ka'
A common mistake is saying 'Pratispardha saamna karna'. You MUST include 'ka' for the sentence to be grammatically correct.
The Sanskrit Touch
Using 'Pratispardha' instead of 'Muqabla' makes you sound highly educated and well-read in Hindi.
Ejemplos
6हमारी कंपनी को बाज़ार में कड़ी प्रतिस्पर्धा का सामना करना पड़ रहा है।
Our company is having to face stiff competition in the market.
Uses 'kadi' (stiff/hard) to emphasize the intensity.
कल हमें एक मज़बूत टीम की प्रतिस्पर्धा का सामना करना होगा।
Tomorrow we will have to face competition from a strong team.
Standard use in sports contexts.
डरो मत, हर क्षेत्र में प्रतिस्पर्धा का सामना करना ही पड़ता है।
Don't be afraid, one has to face competition in every field.
Used as a piece of life advice.
आजकल डेटिंग ऐप्स पर भी बहुत प्रतिस्पर्धा का सामना करना पड़ता है!
These days, one has to face a lot of competition on dating apps too!
Applying a formal phrase to a casual situation for humor.
इस सरकारी नौकरी के लिए भारी प्रतिस्पर्धा का सामना करना होगा।
Will have to face heavy competition for this government job.
Commonly used when discussing the difficulty of Indian exams.
मैं किसी भी प्रकार की प्रतिस्पर्धा का सामना करने के लिए तैयार हूँ।
I am ready to face any kind of competition.
Shows confidence and high level of Hindi.
Ponte a prueba
Choose the correct postposition to complete the phrase.
व्यापार में हमें बड़ी प्रतिस्पर्धा ___ सामना करना पड़ा।
The phrase is always 'X ka saamna karna'. 'Ka' links the object to the action.
Select the best word to describe 'stiff' competition.
बाज़ार में बहुत ___ प्रतिस्पर्धा है।
'Kadi' (hard/stiff) is the standard adjective used with competition in Hindi.
🎉 Puntuación: /2
Ayudas visuales
Formality of 'Facing Competition'
Using 'Takkar lena' with friends.
Usse takkar leni hai.
Using 'Mukabla karna' in general talk.
Humne unka mukabla kiya.
Using 'Pratispardha ka saamna karna' in business.
Humein pratispardha ka saamna karna hai.
Where to use Pratispardha Ka Saamna Karna
Corporate Strategy
Analyzing market rivals.
Competitive Exams
Discussing the number of applicants.
Professional Sports
Pre-match interviews.
Job Interviews
Expressing your competitive spirit.
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasYes, but it sounds a bit formal. In casual chats, people might prefer मुकाबला (muqabla) or कंपटीशन (competition).
Not really. For personal problems, use मुसीबतों का सामना करना (facing troubles). This phrase is specifically for rivalries.
Pratispardha is formal/Sanskrit-based, while Muqabla is more common/Urdu-based. Both mean competition.
You would say मैं प्रतिस्पर्धा का सामना कर रहा हूँ (Main pratispardha ka saamna kar raha hoon).
Only as a joke. For example, if many people like the same person, you might jokingly say there is कड़ी प्रतिस्पर्धा.
Absolutely. Most urban Indians say Competition ka saamna karna in Hinglish.
Kadi (कड़ी) means hard or stiff. It is the most common adjective used to describe tough competition.
Yes, the phrase itself doesn't change based on gender, only the verb ending at the very end of the sentence does.
Yes, it is very common in sports journalism to describe a tough match between two teams.
Forgetting the का (ka) or using से (se) instead of का. It is always X का सामना करना.
Frases relacionadas
मुकाबला करना
To compete or confront (more common/neutral)
टक्कर लेना
To take someone on / to clash (informal/bold)
चुनौती देना
To give a challenge
होड़ में होना
To be in a race/competition
Comentarios (0)
Inicia Sesión para ComentarEmpieza a aprender idiomas gratis
Empieza Gratis