This is the 7847th most frequent Catalan word.
competeixen
"Competeixen" means "they compete."
This usage shows 'competeixen' as a verb describing an action performed by a group of subjects (esportistes/athletes) in a sports context.
Els esportistes competeixen per una medalla d'or.
The athletes compete for a gold medal.
Here, 'competeixen' is used as a verb indicating rivalry or competition among subjects (empreses tecnològiques/technology companies) in an economic context.
Les empreses tecnològiques competeixen en el mercat global.
The technology companies compete in the global market.
This example uses 'competeixen' to describe an intellectual challenge where the subjects (alumnes/students) participate in a competition.