職しょく人にん肌はだ

noun

artisan spirit; craftsman's temperament

Describes the dedicated, perfectionist, and sometimes stubborn character typical of a skilled craftsman. Often used positively for someone who takes pride in their work, but can also imply inflexibility. Compare with 職人気質 (しょくにんかたぎ), which is a near-synonym.

See also: 職人気質

• 彼かれは職しょく人にん肌はだで、細さい部ぶまで手てを抜ぬかない。

  He has a craftsman's spirit and never cuts corners on details.

• あの大だい工くはまさに職しょく人にん肌はだだ。

  That carpenter is truly an artisan at heart.