Meaning of the word "cowards die many times before their death" in English

What does "cowards die many times before their death" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cowards die many times before their death

US /ˈkaʊ.ərdz daɪ ˈmen.i taɪmz bɪˈfɔːr ðer deθ/
UK /ˈkaʊ.ədz daɪ ˈmen.i taɪmz bɪˈfɔː ðeə deθ/
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Idiom

people who lack courage suffer the fear of death or failure many times, whereas brave people only face it once

Example:
Don't let fear stop you from trying; remember that cowards die many times before their death.
He lived in constant anxiety, proving the saying that cowards die many times before their death.