料敌如神 — “To foresee the enemy's movements with uncanny accuracy”
料敌如神 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to foresee the enemy's movements with uncanny accuracy”. To predict the opponent's strategies as if divinely inspired. Literally, “Anticipate enemy like a god”.
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Origin and Story of 料敌如神
During the Tang Dynasty, An Lushan, a military governor, launched a rebellion. Emperor Xuanzong appointed Guo Ziyi, the military governor of Shuofang, to suppress the revolt.
Guo Ziyi was known for his uncanny ability to foresee the enemy's moves (料敌如神). He decisively defeated rebel general Zhou Wanqing, repelled Gao Xiuyan, and successfully recaptured areas such as Fangzhong and Mayi.
Later, he joined forces with Li Guangbi, the military governor of Hedong, to defeat Shi Siming. As a result of his exceptional strategic foresight and military achievements, he was highly valued and trusted by Emperor Suzong.
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What does 料敌如神 mean?
料敌如神 (liào dí rú shén) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to foresee the enemy's movements with uncanny accuracy”.
How do you pronounce 料敌如神?
料敌如神 is pronounced liào dí rú shén in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 料敌如神 literally mean?
Literally, 料敌如神 means “Anticipate enemy like a god”. It is used to mean “to foresee the enemy's movements with uncanny accuracy”.
Where does 料敌如神 come from?
料敌如神 comes from a classical Chinese story dating back to ancient China. The full story is on this page.
What is the Chinese definition of 料敌如神?
料：预料。形容对敌方活动预料非常准确。