软骨头

Traditional (Taiwan): 軟骨頭

ruǎngǔtou ㄖㄨㄢˇ ㄍㄨˇ ˙ㄊㄡ

    • weak, cowardly person
    • spineless individual

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Saying俗语俗語

Idiom惯用语 · In everyday use

Literally
soft bones
Meaning
A spineless person who gives in under pressure or betrays principles. A strong, contemptuous insult.

Words with 软骨头

Containing 软骨头

  • 皮软骨头硬 píruǎngǔtouyìng gentle and yielding in appearance but strong and firm inside

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