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[は(張)·り·こ(子)·の·とら(虎)]
harikonotora
expression, noun

Alternate Written Forms:

[はり(張)·こ(子)·の·とら(虎)]
harikonotora
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Root Words:

[は(張)·り·こ(子) + の + とら(虎)]
hariko + no + tora

English Meaning(s) for 張り子の虎

expression, noun
  1. papier-mâché tiger (toy with a loose, wobbly head)
  2. paper tiger; someone (or something) who is all bark and no bite; man of straw
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Definition and Synonyms for 張り子の虎

Paper Tiger the nature of a person or organization that appears powerful but is actually powerless and ineffectual
Synonyms: 張り子の虎

Meanings for each kanji in 張り子の虎

» lengthen; counter for bows & stringed instruments; stretch; spread; put up (tent)
» child; sign of the rat; 11PM-1AM; first sign of Chinese zodiac
» tiger; drunkard

Categories 張り子の虎 is a member of

Powerlessness the quality of lacking strength or power
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