横よこ綱づなの器うつわ

expression, noun

the caliber expected of a grand champion

Sumo term referring to the mental fortitude, dignity, and character befitting a yokozuna. Often used metaphorically outside sumo to describe someone with outstanding presence or leadership qualities.

• 彼かれはまだ若わかいが、横よこ綱づなの器うつわを感かんじさせる選せん手しゅだ。

  He is still young, but he is a player who gives off the aura of a grand champion.

• 真しんのリーダーには横よこ綱づなの器うつわが求もとめられる。

  A true leader is expected to have the caliber of a grand champion.