tenacity of weeds; stubbornness of weeds
Refers to the resilient, persistent spirit likened to weeds that grow back no matter how many times they are cut down. Often used in sports or self-help contexts.
His weed-like tenacity led the team to victory.
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
die-hard spirit
Colloquial extension emphasizing an unyielding, never-give-up attitude. Often used as a compliment for someone who perseveres against odds.
That player truly has a die-hard spirit.
With a die-hard spirit, I didn't give up until the very end.
Compound of 雑草 (weed) and 魂 (spirit, soul). The expression gained popularity through sports commentary, notably associated with baseball player Ichiro Suzuki, who described his tenacious playing style as having a 'weed spirit'.