This is the 1162nd most frequent Catalan word.
rival
Opponent or competitor.
Here, 'rival' is used to indicate a competitor or adversary in a sport competition.
El meu rival en l'esport és molt fort.
My rival in sports is very strong.
In this context, 'rival' refers to an opponent in a political contest or interaction.
Un rival polític va debatre intensament amb el líder del partit.
A political rival debated intensely with the party leader.
Here, 'rival' designates someone in competition within the same artistic field, emphasizing mutual respect.