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Meanings
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Refers to a supreme ruler, especially in historical or absolute monarchy contexts. Often used in titles like 帝王学 (the study of kingship) or figuratively for a dominant figure in a field.
The emperors of ancient Rome held immense power.
He is called the king of the industry.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉に君臨する帝王the emperor/ruler who reigns over a place
He is called the king who reigns supreme over the sports world.
- 〈分野〉の帝王the undisputed master/king of a field
He is known as the undisputed master of the jazz world.
- 帝王の座に就くto ascend to the throne of the supreme ruler
He finally ascended to the throne of the supreme ruler.
Expressions
- 無冠の帝王uncrowned king; best without a title · power behind the throne; influential figure without official rank · journalist; newspaper journalist