laap6 jyu1 bat1 baai6 zi1 dei6立於不敗之地立于不败之地
Jyutpinglaap6 jyu1 bat1 baai6 zi1 dei6
Yalelaahp yū bāt baaih jī deih
Definition
To establish oneself in an unassailable position; to maintain an advantage and remain undefeated or invincible.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a formal and strategic tone, often used in professional, academic, or competitive contexts. It implies a state of security where one's position is protected regardless of external challenges. While it originates from classical Chinese, it is frequently used in modern Cantonese to describe business strategies or personal career development.
Examples
As long as you are well-prepared, you can remain in an invincible position.
keoi5佢dim2點joeng2樣sin1先ho2可ji5以喺hai2呢le1場coeng4競ging3爭zang1入jap6面min6立laap6於jyu1不bat1敗baai6之zi1地dei6呀？
How can he manage to stay in an unassailable position in this competition?
Related words
Common phrases
to remain invincible forever
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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.
