Translation guide
The political, economic, or cultural dominance of one group over others. In Japanese, this is most commonly expressed with 覇権 (はけん), but the concept also appears in terms like 支配権 (しはいけん) and 主導権 (しゅどうけん), depending on the type of control.
Dominance of one state or group over others, especially in international relations.
That country is trying to seize regional hegemony.
During the Cold War, the struggle for hegemony between the US and the USSR continued.
Refers to the right or power to control, often used in legal or territorial contexts. Less common for abstract hegemony but can imply dominance.
They are claiming dominion over those waters.
Initiative or leadership, often in a competitive sense. Used when one party takes the lead, not necessarily through force.
It's difficult to take the initiative in negotiations.
The predominance of one culture, ideology, or set of values over others, often through soft power.
Control or overwhelming influence in economic affairs, such as by a corporation or country.
覇権 (はけん) is the closest equivalent to 'hegemony' and implies supremacy over others, often through a mix of force and consent. 支配権 (しはいけん) is more about direct control or rule, while 主導権 (しゅどうけん) is about taking the lead or initiative, not necessarily dominance.
In everyday conversation, 'hegemony' is rarely used. If you mean 'dominance' or 'control', simpler words like 支配 (しはい) or 優位 (ゆうい) might be more natural. 覇権 is a weighty term best suited for political or academic discussion.
Media can become a tool of ideological domination.
その企業は市場を独占している。
That company monopolizes the market.