🇯🇵Japanese Source WordCode: JA

支配

Pronunciation / Transliteration: shihai

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Dominance/ˈdɒm.ɪ.nəns/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇯🇵 Example Sentence in Japanese:

"生態系における種の支配は、その生存を保証します。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The state of being in control or having power over others.

    "The dominance of the species in the ecosystem ensures its survival."
  2. 2

    The condition of being more influential or important than others.

    "In the market, the company's dominance is evident through its large share."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'dominance' originates from the Latin 'dominantia', which means 'to rule' or 'to master'. It evolved through Middle French 'dominance' in the late 14th century, reflecting the concept of control or superiority in various contexts.

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