Midas touch Meaning in English

expression

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Definition

The ability to be very successful in everything you do, especially in making money or turning things into success.

Usage & Nuances

Used in an admiring or positive sense about people who consistently achieve success, often with money or business. Refers to the legend of King Midas. Not literal; used for natural talent for success. Commonly used as 'have the Midas touch.'

• Spanish: toque de Midas
• Portuguese (BR): toque de Midas
• Portuguese (PT): toque de Midas
• Chinese (Simplified): 点石成金
• Chinese (Traditional): 點石成金
• Hindi: मिडास टच
• Arabic: لمسة ميداس
• Bengali: মিডাস স্পর্শ - সাফল্যের জাদু-হাত
• Russian: тронутый Мидасом - «золотое прикосновение»
• Japanese: ミダスの手
• Vietnamese: bàn tay Midas
• Korean: 미다스의 손 - 황금손
• Turkish: Midas dokunuşu
• Urdu: مڈاس ٹچ
• Indonesian: sentuhan Midas

Example Sentences

After his startup's huge success, everyone believes he really has the Midas touch.

natural

She has the Midas touch in business.

basic

Everything he tries turns to gold—he truly has the Midas touch.

basic

People say that our coach has a Midas touch.

basic

No matter the project, she seems to have the Midas touch—everything turns out amazing.

natural

He doesn't brag, but his Midas touch speaks for itself in every project.

natural