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Latin - Vatican City - Latin

Fortes fortuna adiuvat.

Fortune favors the brave.

Meaning

Bold action can create opportunity.

Literal translation

Fortune helps the strong.

Usage example

Fortes fortuna adiuvat, sed consilium quoque opus est.

Fortune favors the brave, but planning is also needed.

Cultural context

Used to encourage courage joined with judgment.

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