expression
bold yet meticulous; courageous and careful
A yojijukugo describing the ideal of being daring in spirit while remaining attentive to detail. Often used in contexts of leadership, martial arts, or personal conduct.
リーダーには胆大心小の姿勢が求められる。
A leader is expected to have an attitude of being bold yet meticulous.
彼は胆大心小を地で行くような人物だ。
He is a person who truly embodies the principle of being courageous and careful.
A yojijukugo derived from classical Chinese thought, combining 胆 (courage), 大 (big), 心 (heart/mind), and 小 (small). The exact historical origin is uncertain, but it reflects a traditional ideal of balanced character.