A2 — Elementarynoun
gara
race, competition
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
competizionesfidacorsatorneoconfronto
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
collaborazionecooperazionepaceaccordo
Usage note
'Gara' is broader than 'corsa' (running race). 'Torneo' is a tournament. 'Sfida' emphasises the challenge or duel aspect. 'Gara d'appalto' = public tender (business).
Example
"La gara di nuoto si terrà sabato prossimo in piscina."
"The swimming competition will take place next Saturday at the pool."
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