noun
joint between bones; knuckle
Refers to the physical joint or knobby part of a bone, often where bones meet. Can be used for knuckles or other bony protrusions.
寒さで手の骨っ節が痛む。
The cold makes the joints in my hands ache.
彼は指の骨っ節をポキポキ鳴らした。
He cracked his knuckles.
noun
Figurative use for strength of character, resilience, or determination. Often used in expressions like 骨っ節がある (to have backbone).
彼は骨っ節のある男だ。
He is a man of backbone.
困難に負けない骨っ節を持っている。
She has the grit to not give in to hardship.