expression
white knight; knight in shining armor
Figurative expression for a heroic rescuer, often in romantic or idealistic contexts. Used both literally and metaphorically.
彼は困っている人を助ける、まさに白馬の騎士だ。
He is truly a knight in shining armor, helping those in need.
白馬の騎士が現れて彼女を救った。
A white knight appeared and rescued her.
A direct translation of the English idiom 'white knight' or 'knight in shining armor', combining 白馬 (white horse) and 騎士 (knight).