Meaning of the word "faint heart never won fair lady" in English
What does "faint heart never won fair lady" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
faint heart never won fair lady
US /feɪnt hɑːrt ˈnev.ər wʌn fer ˈleɪ.di/
UK /feɪnt hɑːt ˈnev.ə wʌn feə ˈleɪ.di/
Idiom
a proverb used to encourage someone to be brave or bold in order to achieve a difficult goal, especially in romance
Example:
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You should ask her out; remember, faint heart never won fair lady.
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He decided to apply for the promotion despite his lack of experience, knowing that faint heart never won fair lady.