Kurt kocayınca köpeklerin maskarası olur
The mighty become weak with age and are disrespected
Literal translationWhen the wolf gets old, it becomes dogs' mockery
Usage contextSad observation about aging and loss of power
Frequencyoccasional
Example
Eskiden şampiyon, şimdi kimse tanımıyor. Kurt kocayınca köpeklerin maskarası olur.Modern usage
Used about fallen leaders or aging athletes
Similar English proverb
How the mighty have fallen