Translation guide
The concept of ruling or controlling the entire world. In Japanese, this is often expressed through compound nouns or set phrases, commonly appearing in fictional or rhetorical contexts.
Expressing the idea of ruling the entire world, often in a dramatic or fictional sense.
The most common and direct translation, literally 'world conquest'. Used in anime, games, and casual speech about taking over the world.
An evil organization is plotting world domination.
Literally 'world control/rule'. Slightly more formal and emphasizes the act of governing or dominating rather than conquering.
The dictator dreamed of world domination.
Uses 'Earth' instead of 'world', giving a slightly more sci-fi or planetary connotation. Less common than 世界征服.
Aliens are aiming for world domination.
Using 'world domination' hyperbolically, e.g., in business or personal ambition.
征服 (conquest) implies taking over by force, often in a military or villainous context. 支配 (domination/rule) is broader and can refer to political, economic, or cultural control. For most 'world domination' scenarios, 世界征服 is the default choice.
World conquest is a typical goal for villains.
That company is aiming for world domination.
He jokingly said, 'I will take over the world.'