Tag Archives: 外剛

Crunchy on the outside, chewy on the inside?

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Confanity

内柔外剛 nai.juu.gai.gou Literally: inside – soft/weak/gentle – outside – sturdy/strong Alternately: Acting tough but actually timid. Seeming strong but actually weak. “A lion abroad and a mouse at home.” Notes: This is a negative saying. It describes bullies, North Korea, … Continue reading →

Posted in Japanese, Yojijukugo | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment