Translation guide
The English verb 'conquer' has several distinct meanings, from military conquest to overcoming personal challenges. This guide breaks down these meanings and provides natural Japanese equivalents.
To take control of a country, city, or territory by force.
The most direct translation for military conquest. Used for nations, territories, or peoples.
ローマ帝国は多くの国を征服した。
The Roman Empire conquered many countries.
Often used for conquering a fortress, castle, or in gaming contexts (e.g., conquering a level).
敵の城を攻略した。
We conquered the enemy castle.
Emphasizes bringing under control, often used for suppressing resistance or securing an area.
軍隊が反乱軍を制圧した。
The army conquered the rebel forces.
To successfully deal with or gain control over something difficult, such as fear, a bad habit, or a problem.
The standard term for overcoming personal difficulties, weaknesses, or obstacles.
彼は恐怖を克服した。
He conquered his fear.
彼女は病気を克服した。
She conquered her illness.
Literally 'to strike and win', implying a struggle against something. Often used for difficulties or temptations.
Means 'to overcome' or 'to surmount', often used for hardships or obstacles.
To successfully climb a mountain, especially a difficult one.
Also used metaphorically for mountains, similar to English 'conquer a mountain'.
彼はエベレストを征服した。
He conquered Everest.
Specifically means 'to reach the summit', often used in mountaineering contexts.
彼らは富士山に登頂した。
They conquered Mt. Fuji.
To gain the admiration, love, or business of a group of people.
Literally 'to grab hearts', used for winning affection or popularity.
彼は観客の心を掴んだ。
He conquered the audience's hearts.
Often used for dominating a market or field, like 'conquer the market'.
その会社は市場を制覇した。
The company conquered the market.
To conquer temptation.
困難を乗り越える。
To conquer difficulties.