martial prowess; gallantry; warrior spirit
Refers to the brave, dashing, or gallant bearing and skill of a warrior, often with a classical or literary flavor. Not an everyday modern word; it evokes samurai-era ideals.
His martial bearing was just like that of a Sengoku-period commander.
Even the enemy was captivated by the young warrior's gallantry.
Refers to the code of the samurai (bushido), whereas 武者振り focuses on the outward display of martial prowess and gallantry.
Formed from 武者, “warrior,” and 振り, “manner, bearing,” with the compound form ぶり: “warrior-like bearing.”