B2noun 2K

Contest

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈkɒntest/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈkɑːntest/"]/

Meaning of Contest

a competition in which people try to win something

In simple words: A game or event where people try to win or show who is best.

Contest in a sentence

• She won the baking contest with her delicious chocolate cake.
• The contest will take place next Saturday in the downtown park.
• He decided to contest the decision made by the committee.
• The annual art contest attracted participants from all over the country.
• They will contest the election results due to alleged fraud.

How to use Contest

Use 'contest' in both formal and informal situations, such as competitions or challenges. Avoid slang contexts.

Grammar pattern

contest + object

Memory hint

Think of 'con' as together and 'test', imagining a group coming together to test their skills.

Related words

Collocations with Contest

• close
• equal
• even
• have
• hold
• run
• take place
• during a/​the contest
• in a/​the contest
• out of a/​the contest
• a contest of skills
• a contest of strength
• be no contest
• close
• equal
• even
• have
• hold
• run
• take place
• during a/​the contest
• in a/​the contest
• out of a/​the contest
• a contest of skills
• a contest of strength
• be no contest

Synonyms for Contest

• competition
• tournament
• challenge
• match
• rivalry

Opposites of Contest

• agreement
• peace

Common mistakes with Contest

• Confused with 'context' — make sure to differentiate between competition and situation.
• Using 'contests' as a verb — remember it's a noun.
• Saying 'participate in a contest' instead of 'take part in a contest'.

Frequently asked questions about Contest

What does Contest mean?

A game or event where people try to win or show who is best.

What is the definition of Contest?

a competition in which people try to win something

How do you use Contest in a sentence?

She won the baking contest with her delicious chocolate cake.

Can you give another example of Contest?

The contest will take place next Saturday in the downtown park.

What are synonyms for Contest?

Common alternatives include competition, tournament, challenge, match, rivalry.

What is the opposite of Contest?

Opposite meanings include agreement, peace.

What words go with Contest?

It commonly pairs with close, equal, even, have, hold, run, take place, during a/​the contest, in a/​the contest, out of a/​the contest, a contest of skills, a contest of strength, be no contest, close, equal, even, have, hold, run, take place, during a/​the contest, in a/​the contest, out of a/​the contest, a contest of skills, a contest of strength, be no contest.

What are common mistakes when using Contest?

Confused with 'context' — make sure to differentiate between competition and situation. Using 'contests' as a verb — remember it's a noun. Saying 'participate in a contest' instead of 'take part in a contest'.

How do you pronounce Contest?

US: /["/ˈkɑːntest/"]/, UK: /["/ˈkɒntest/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Contest?

Use 'contest' in both formal and informal situations, such as competitions or challenges. Avoid slang contexts.

What CEFR level is Contest?

"Contest" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.