What does the phrase "Fortune favors the bold" mean?

Answer by  noonespecial (235)

"Fortune favors the bold, but abandons the timid" is an Ancient Roman proverb that implies one should act boldly or courageously in order to accomplish something great with their life.

Answer by  ilia (20)

Those who live life being brave and reaching for their goals, acting as if they have no fear, are more likely to have success. These people will appear lucky or fortunate. When, actually their efforts are bearing the fruits of their labor. They have essentially created their own good luck.

Answer by  jeneias (27)

"Fortune" refers to the Goddess of Luck, Fortuna. It is a Latin phrase which means that those with courage and who take action are more likely to be favored by Fortuna than those who are weak and scared.

Answer by  John (9008)

Literally, it means that people who are brave usually enjoy good luck. Looking more closely, this saying is actually seeks to encourage action over inaction. It means that you make your own luck, and if you act, rather than just waiting for something good to happen, you will find good luck.

Answer by  Anonymous

Those who have courage will soon find the luck