discretion is the better part of valour

== English == === Alternative forms === discretion is the better part of valor (US) === Etymology === Alteration of "The better part of valour is discretion," spoken by Falstaff in Shakespeare's Henry IV, Act V, Scene 4. === Proverb === discretion is the better part of valour It is often wise to refrain from seemingly brave, but dangerous, speech or action. === References === “discretion is the better part of valour”, in Lexico, Dictionary.com; Oxford University Press, 2019–2022.