骨ほねのある

expression, noun-modifying (irregular)

having backbone; staunch; spirited

Describes a person with strong character, determination, or moral fiber. Often used prenominally to modify nouns like 人 or 態度.

See also: 骨

• 彼かれは骨ほねのある若わか者ものだ。

  He is a young man with backbone.

• 骨ほねのある態たい度どで交こう渉しょうに臨のぞんだ。

  He approached the negotiations with a staunch attitude.