gung1 mou4 bat1 hak1攻無不克攻无不克
Jyutpinggung1 mou4 bat1 hak1
Yalegūng mòuh bāt hāk
Definition
Ever-victorious, all-conquering, or succeeding in every attack.
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How it's used
Idioms like this are often used in a slightly hyperbolic or playful way when describing sports teams or competitive gaming squads. While it originates from classical military strategy, it has evolved into a common way to praise someone's consistent success in any challenging endeavor. It carries a sense of unstoppable momentum that feels more dramatic than simply saying someone is good at something.
Examples
Their team is truly ever-victorious.
Related words
Common phrases
an ever-victorious team
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a standard verb phrase, but it functions primarily as an adjective or a descriptive predicate. It is not used to describe the act of attacking itself, but rather the state of being consistently successful in those attacks.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
