競技

• Reading: きょうぎ
• Romaji: kyougi
• Kanji breakdown: 競 (kyō) — compete, vie; 技 (gi) — skill, technique
• Pronunciation: /kjoː.ɡi/

Meaning

Game; match; contest. An athletic or competitive event with rules.

A noun that also functions as a suru verb (競技する). Refers to organised competitive events, especially in sports. Common compounds include 競技場 (stadium/arena), 競技会 (competition/tournament), 陸上競技 (track and field), and 競技者 (competitor). More formal than 試合 (match/game), emphasising the structured, rule-governed nature of competition.

Examples

1. オリンピックにはたくさんの競技がある。 There are many events at the Olympics.
2. 来月の陸上競技大会に出場する予定だ。 I'm planning to compete in the track and field meet next month.
3. 新しい競技場が駅の近くに建設された。 A new stadium was built near the station.

Usage Guide

Context: sports, Olympics, competitions

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Compound of 競 (kyō, compete/vie) and 技 (gi, skill/technique). Together, 'competing in skill' — a contest where abilities are tested against one another.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal