noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
out of sight; in the background; unnoticed
Idiomatic expression referring to working or supporting others without recognition, like a person under a veranda who is hidden but essential. The literal meaning 'under the veranda' is the origin of the idiom.
彼は縁の下の力持ちとしてチームを支えている。
He supports the team as an unsung hero.
縁の下の仕事は目立たないが、とても大切だ。
Behind-the-scenes work is inconspicuous but very important.