兵つわもの

noun

soldier; warrior

Refers to a military person, especially a seasoned or strong fighter. Often used in historical or dramatic contexts.

• 彼かれは戦せん国ごく時じ代だいの兵つわもののような勇ゆう敢かんさを持もっている。

  He has the bravery of a warrior from the Warring States period.

• この城しろには多おおくの兵つわものが駐ちゅう屯とんしていた。

  Many soldiers were stationed at this castle.

noun

strong person; capable person; master

Figurative use: a person of great ability, courage, or strength in any field, not just military. Often written in kana.

• 彼かれは業ぎょう界かいのつわものとして知しられている。

  He is known as a master in the industry.

• あの新しん人じんはなかなかのつわものだ。

  That newcomer is quite a capable person.