contestants
/kənˈtestənts/ (bre, ipa) · /kənˈtestənts/ (ame, ipa)
contestants — noun
- contestantssingular
- contestantsingular
1. people taking part in a competition or judged show because they are trying to wi
people taking part in a competition or judged show because they are trying to win
The contestants practised their songs backstage before the live final began.
contestants in a live final
After lunch, the contestants raced across the beach to find hidden flags.
Three contestants solved the puzzle, but only Mei reached the bonus round.
The youngest contestants bowed to the judges after the school dance contest.
- competitors
A broader word for people trying to beat others in a contest.
- entrants
Emphasizes official entry into the event.
- participants
Broader and does not always suggest a winner or prize.
文法句型
contestants + in + competition
contestants + on + show
用法筆記
Often used for people on game shows, talent contests, and other events with winners; participant is broader when winning is not the focus.
常見錯誤
2. people seeking public office or trying to gain control over a group or governmen
people seeking public office or trying to gain control over a group or government
The two main contestants for party leader debated housing costs on television.
contestants + for + office
By spring, several contestants for the presidency had opened offices nationwide.
Local newspapers compared the contestants hoping to control the city council.
At the rally, rival contestants promised cleaner government to undecided voters.
- candidates
The standard word for people seeking an office or position.
- contenders
Stresses that they are seriously in the race.
- rivals
Highlights opposition between people trying to gain the same power.
文法句型
contestants + for + office
contestants + for + presidency
用法筆記
Usually appears in formal or political reporting and often follows for when naming the office or position being sought.