conquer
word
/ˈkɑŋkɝ/
KAHNG-kur
/kˈɒnkɐ/
KONG-kuh
Definition
To take control of a place or group of people using force, or to overcome a challenge or fear.
Usage & Nuances
'Conquer' is often used in historical or military contexts ('conquer a country'), but can also mean to overcome emotions or difficulties ('conquer your fears'). It is formal or literary, not common in everyday casual speech. Do not confuse with 'win' for games or competitions.
Spanish: conquistar - vencerPortuguese (BR): conquistar - vencerPortuguese (PT): conquistar - vencerChinese (Simplified): 征服 - 战胜Chinese (Traditional): 征服 - 戰勝Hindi: विजय प्राप्त करना - जीतनाArabic: يغزو - ينتصر علىBengali: জয় করা - দখল করাRussian: завоевать - покорить - преодолетьJapanese: 征服するVietnamese: chinh phụcKorean: 정복하다 - 극복하다Turkish: fethetmek - yenmek (zorluk/korku)Urdu: فتح کرنا - قابو پاناIndonesian: menaklukkan - menaklukan (atas masalah/ketakutan)
Example Sentences
She wants to conquer her fear of heights.
basic
They hope to conquer the mountain by tomorrow.
basic
His dream is to conquer the world with his music.
natural
It took years, but she finally conquered her shyness.
natural
No matter what life throws at him, he always tries to conquer it.
natural
The army managed to conquer the city.
basic