No Matter How You Say It: Courage
Word Origin
The origin of Courage is from Old French corage meaning “heart, innermost feelings; temper”. Can you see how courage springs from the heart?
Courage Idioms
[Don’t] lose your nerve
Be as bold as brass
Be made of sterner stuff
Burn your bridges
Chin up!
Cross the Rubicon
Discretion is the better part of valor
Face [up to] your fears
Face the music
Fortune favors the brave
Go out on a limb
Have a lion’s heart
Have nerves of steel
Have the courage of your convictions
Have the guts to do something
It’s now or never!
Jump into the fray
Pluck up the courage
Put on a brave face
Put your money where your mouth is
Rise to the occasion
Screw your courage to the sticking place
Stand your ground
Stare down the barrel of a gun
Stick to your guns
Take heart
Take the bull by the horns
Walk the plank
Who dares wins
In Other Words
Bravery
Fortitude
Valor
Mettle
Dauntlessness
Boldness
Conviction
Daring
Fearlessness
Spunk
Stoutheartedness
