Competitive
adjective
Translations
Arabic: تنافسي (Tanāfusī)
Chinese (Mandarin): 竞争的 (jìngzhēng de)
French: compétitif/compétitive
German: wettbewerbsfähig
Hindi: प्रतिस्पर्धी (Pratispardhī)
Japanese: 競争的な (きょうそうてきな, Kyōsōtekina)
Korean: 경쟁적인 (Gyeongjaengjeogin)
Polish: konkurencyjny
Portuguese: competitivo/competitiva
Russian: конкурентоспособный (konkurentosposóbnyy)
Spanish: competitivo/competitiva
Thai: ที่แข่งขันได้ (Thī khæ̀ngkhan dâi)
Turkish: rekabetçi
Vietnamese: cạnh tranh
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Definition/s
- Relating to or characterised by competition.
- Having a strong desire to win or be the best.
- Offering goods or services at a level that compares favorably with rivals.
Examples
- The job market is extremely competitive, requiring advanced skills to stand out.
- She has a competitive spirit and always strives to excel in sports.
- Businesses in the area need to adopt competitive pricing strategies to attract customers.
Competitively
adverb
Translations
Arabic: بشكل تنافسي (Bishakl Tanāfusī)
Chinese (Mandarin): 竞争性地 (jìngzhēng xìng de)
French: de manière compétitive
German: wettbewerbsfähig
Hindi: प्रतिस्पर्धात्मक रूप से (Pratispardhātmak Rūp Se)
Japanese: 競争的に (きょうそうてきに, Kyōsōtekini)
Korean: 경쟁적으로 (Gyeongjaengjeogeuro)
Polish: konkurencyjnie
Portuguese: de forma competitiva
Russian: конкурентоспособно (konkurentosposóbno)
Spanish: competitivamente
Thai: อย่างแข่งขัน (Yàng khæ̀ngkhan)
Turkish: rekabetçi bir şekilde
Vietnamese: một cách cạnh tranh
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Definition/s
- In a manner that involves competition.
- In a way that seeks to win or surpass others.
Examples
- The athletes trained competitively to prepare for the upcoming tournament.
- Our company can price products competitively to gain market share.
- She argued her point competitively, ensuring her ideas were noticed.
What are Openers?
- Openers are conversation starters you will use to participate in a discussion. They come in three forms:
1. Open Questions
- Ask an open question and understand your conversation partners’s views.
- Make sure to ask follow ups, and remember: this is a conversation, not an interview!
2. Stories
- Tell a personal story. Something that has happened to you, or somebody you know.
- Or tell us about something that you have done or seen.
- Your conversation partners must then follow up with you or reciprocate with their own stories.
3. Opinions
- Share an opinion about something that the content has inspired.
- Respectfully identify any agreement or disagreement there is in the room.
What are Openers?
- Openers are conversation starters you will use to participate in a discussion. They come in three forms:
1. Open Questions
- Ask an open question and understand your conversation partners’s views.
- Make sure to ask follow ups, and remember: this is a conversation, not an interview!
2. Stories
- Tell a personal story. Something that has happened to you, or somebody you know.
- Or tell us about something that you have done or seen.
- Your conversation partners must then follow up with you or reciprocate with their own stories.
3. Opinions
- Share an opinion about something that the content has inspired.
- Respectfully identify any agreement or disagreement there is in the room.
The Skinny
You’ve been asked to brief a senior executive (the “boss”) on a key issue from a recent business news event. This person is busy and relies on you to give them insight, not headlines.
You have 60–90 seconds to deliver a concise, high-value update tailored to their concerns and communication preferences.
1. Read the boss profile carefully.
- Who are they?
- What do they care about?
- What do they not want to hear?
2. Stick to their focus.
- What part of the story matters most to them?
- Don’t explain everything—prioritise.
3. Use business English.
- Be clear, precise, and professional.
- Avoid informal or emotional language.
Two Papal Styles: Clerical vs. Pastoral
Not all popes lead the same way. Some focus more on rules and tradition, while others focus on care and connection. These two styles are often called clerical and pastoral.
Understanding the difference can help us see why Pope Francis felt so different from past leaders—and why some people loved his style while others disagreed with it.
Understanding the difference can help us see why Pope Francis felt so different from past leaders—and why some people loved his style while others disagreed with it.
🟣 Clerical Style
- Focuses on rules, tradition, and Church authority
- Speaks with clear, firm direction
- Keeps strong boundaries between Church leaders and members.
Example: A clerical pope might defend strict Church teachings on family or sacraments.
🟢 Pastoral Style
- Focuses on compassion, listening, and inclusion
- Tries to meet people where they are.
- Emphasises mercy over judgment.
Example: A pastoral pope might welcome divorced people or support migrants and the poor.
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