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稳操胜券(穩操勝券)

wěn cāo shèng quànSuccess & Perseverance

稳操胜券 (wěn cāo shèng quàn) literally meansfirmly hold the winning ticketand expresseshave victory in the bag; be certain to win”.This idiom is used when describing situations involving success & perseverance.

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Pronunciation: wěn cāo shèng quàn Literal meaning: Firmly hold the winning ticket

Origin & Usage

This idiom describes firmly (稳) holding (操) the winning (胜) ticket (券). It depicts having victory virtually assured, like holding a winning lottery ticket. The phrase expresses confidence in certain success. Modern usage describes situations where success seems guaranteed, when one has such overwhelming advantage that failure appears impossible.

When to Use

Situation: With such a strong lead, victory seemed certain.


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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 稳操胜券 mean in English?

稳操胜券 (wěn cāo shèng quàn) literally translates toFirmly hold the winning ticketand is used to expressHave victory in the bag; be certain to win”. This Chinese idiom belongs to theSuccess & Perseverance category..

When is 稳操胜券 used?

Situation: With such a strong lead, victory seemed certain.

What is the pinyin for 稳操胜券?

The pinyin pronunciation for 稳操胜券 iswěn cāo shèng quàn”.

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