Definition
This idiom suggests that it is often wiser to be cautious and avoid unnecessary risks rather than being reckless, especially in dangerous situations.
審慎胜过勇猛（小不忍则乱大计）
When he saw the group of drunk men, he decided to take a detour, because he believed that 'discretion is the better part of valor'.
当他看到那群醉汉时，他决定绕道而行，因为他相信『谨慎是勇气的主要部分』。
Faced with a heated argument, she chose to remain silent, knowing that 'discretion is the better part of valor'.
面对激烈的争论，她选择保持沉默，因为她知道『谨慎是勇气的主要部分』。
Although he wanted to retaliate, he decided not to engage, as he believed that 'discretion is the better part of valor'.
虽然他想反击，但他决定不参与，因为他相信『谨慎是勇气的主要部分』。