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胜券在握(勝券在握)

shèng quàn zài wòSuccess & Perseverance

胜券在握 (shèng quàn zài wò) literally meansvictory ticket in graspand expresseshave victory assured; be confident of winning”.This idiom is used when describing situations involving success & perseverance.

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Pronunciation: shèng quàn zài wò Literal meaning: Victory ticket in grasp

Origin & Usage

This idiom describes the victory (胜) ticket (券) being in (在) one's grasp (握). Similar to 稳操胜券, it depicts assured victory. The phrase expresses confidence that success is already secured. Modern usage describes situations where one feels certain of winning, when all factors point toward inevitable success.

When to Use

Situation: The team felt confident going into the final round.


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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 胜券在握 mean in English?

胜券在握 (shèng quàn zài wò) literally translates toVictory ticket in graspand is used to expressHave victory assured; be confident of winning”. This Chinese idiom belongs to theSuccess & Perseverance category..

When is 胜券在握 used?

Situation: The team felt confident going into the final round.

What is the pinyin for 胜券在握?

The pinyin pronunciation for 胜券在握 isshèng quàn zài wò”.

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