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power map; balance-of-power diagram; map showing spheres of influence
A visual representation or figurative description of how power, influence, or market share is distributed among competing entities. Used in politics, business, and sports to show the relative strength and territory of different groups.
業界の勢力図が変わった。
The industry power map has changed.
新興企業の参入で勢力図が塗り替えられた。
The power map was redrawn with the entry of startups.
選挙後、与野党の勢力図が大きく変動し、連立政権の枠組みも見直されることになった。
After the election, the balance of power between the ruling and opposition parties shifted significantly, and the coalition government framework was also reconsidered.
Compound of 勢力 ('power; influence') and 図 ('diagram; map'). The term can refer to a literal map showing territorial control or, more commonly, a figurative picture of competitive dynamics.
USAGE:
Very common in news analysis and business journalism. The phrase 勢力図が変わる ('the power map changes') and 勢力図が塗り替わる ('the power map is redrawn') are standard expressions for describing shifts in competitive landscapes.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 勢力図が変わる: the power map changes
- 勢力図が塗り替わる: the balance of power is redrawn
- 勢力図を描く: to draw a power map
- 政治の勢力図: the political power map
- 業界の勢力図: the industry competitive landscape
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 勢力: power; influence — the base word without the 'map' component
- 勢力範囲: sphere of influence — the area or domain over which a group has control
- 力関係: power dynamics; balance of power — focuses on the relationships between competing forces
- 構図: composition; configuration — the overall structure of a situation, sometimes used similarly to describe competitive arrangements