bold yet meticulous; courageous and careful
A yojijukugo describing the ideal of being daring in spirit while remaining attentive to detail. Often used in contexts of leadership, martial arts, or personal conduct.
A leader is expected to have an attitude of being bold yet meticulous.
He is a person who truly embodies the principle of being courageous and careful.
大胆不敵 emphasizes fearlessness and audacity, while 胆大心小 balances boldness with carefulness.
小心翼々 means being overly cautious or timid, lacking the boldness component of 胆大心小.
A yojijukugo derived from classical Chinese thought, combining 胆 (courage), 大 (big), 心 (heart/mind), and 小 (small). The exact historical origin is uncertain, but it reflects a traditional ideal of balanced character.