百战百胜

You can use it as an adjective or a verb-phrase. It often describes a person, a team, or a strategy. You might say someone is a 百战百胜 general. Or you can say their business tactics are 百战百胜. It sounds powerful and confident. Use it when you want to praise someone's flawless track record.

Use it in business when discussing a successful marketing strategy. Use it in sports when a team is on a massive winning streak. It is great for pep talks to boost morale. You can also use it when texting a friend who just aced another exam. It feels like you are calling them a superstar. It is perfect for moments of high achievement.

Do not use it for small, one-time wins. If you found a parking spot, that is not 百战百胜. Avoid using it if someone is struggling. It can sound like you are mocking them. Also, do not use it for purely accidental success. This phrase implies mastery and effort, not just blind luck. It is a heavy-duty compliment, so save it for big things.

This phrase comes from Sun Tzu’s *The Art of War*. However, Sun Tzu actually had a twist. He said winning every battle isn't the highest skill. The best skill is winning without even fighting! But over centuries, the phrase evolved. Now, it is the standard way to describe an unbeatable force. It reflects the high value Chinese culture places on strategy and preparation.

You might hear 常胜将军 (chángshèng jiāngjūn). This means an 'ever-victorious general.' It is a more personal way to describe a person. Another one is 战无不胜 (zhànwúbùshèng). This means 'to fight and never not win.' They are like cousins. Use 百战百胜 when you want to emphasize the long history of wins.