contestant
word
/kənˈtɛstənt/
kuhn-TES-tuhnt
/kəntˈɛstənt/
kuhn-TES-tuhnt
Definition
A contestant is a person who takes part in a competition or contest, trying to win or achieve something.
Usage & Nuances
Slightly formal; often used for competitions, TV game shows, talent shows, and similar events. Not used for sports players (use 'player', 'athlete'). Can apply to individuals or teams in some contexts.
Spanish: concursante - participantePortuguese (BR): concorrente - participantePortuguese (PT): concorrente - participanteChinese (Simplified): 参赛者 - 选手Chinese (Traditional): 參賽者 - 選手Hindi: प्रतियोगीArabic: مشترك - متسابقBengali: প্রতিযোগীRussian: участник - участницаJapanese: 出場者 - 参加者Vietnamese: thí sinhKorean: 참가자Turkish: yarışmacıUrdu: مقابلہ کرنے والا - شریک مقابلہIndonesian: peserta
Example Sentences
The contestant smiled when she won the prize.
basic
Every contestant gets just one chance to impress the judges.
natural
Did you see how nervous that contestant was on stage?
natural
After weeks of challenges, only three contestants remained in the final round.
natural
Each contestant must answer three questions.
basic
The show had ten contestants from different cities.
basic