More English Proverbs

Familiarity breeds contempt.... >>

In the year when plums flourish, all else fails.... >>

Talk of the devil and he is sure to appear.... >>

Proportion your expenses to what you have, not what you expect.... >>

Foul water will quench fire.... >>

Other Proverbs

When they offer you a ring, hold out your finger.... (Spanish) >>

Do not make two devils of one.... (French) >>

Though you are a prudent old man, do not despise counsel.... (Spanish) >>

A bad day never hath a good night.... (Spanish) >>

If love be timid it is not true.... (Spanish) >>

Experience is good, if not bought too dear.

- English Proverb