内ない助じょの功こう

expression, noun

fruits of a wife's labour; credit due to a supportive wife

A set phrase acknowledging a wife's behind-the-scenes support that contributed to her husband's success, especially through managing the household. Often used in formal or appreciative contexts.

• 彼かれの出しゅっ世せは内ない助じょの功こうによるものだ。

  His career success is due to his wife's behind-the-scenes support.

• 社しゃ長ちょうはスピーチで、内ない助じょの功こうに感かん謝しゃの言こと葉ばを述のべた。

  In his speech, the company president expressed gratitude for his wife's supportive role.