More English Proverbs

Fools build houses, and wise men buy them.... >>

His fore feet though you sever, his grip he'll make good.... >>

He that will to Cupar maun to Cupar.... >>

A black plum is as sweet as a white.... >>

Beware of a man of one book.... >>

Other Proverbs

I neither give nor take, like a Jew on the Sabbath.... (Spanish) >>

A bellyfull of gluttony will never study willingly.... (French) >>

After breaking my head you bring plaister.... (Spanish) >>

The beginning is the half of every action... (Italian) >>

There is no pot so ugly but finds its cover.... (Spanish) >>

The bait hides the hook.

- English Proverb