More French Proverbs

You cannot make an ass drink if he is not thirsty.... >>

A man assailed is half overcome.... >>

Get out of that place and let me take it.... >>

He is the more obstinate for being advised.... >>

A girl unemployed is thinking of mischief.... >>

Other Proverbs

Confession is the first step to repentance.... (English) >>

Let him make use of instinct who cannot make use of reason... (Italian) >>

He who hangs out a branch wants to sell his wine.... (Spanish) >>

The woman in finery, the house in filth, but the doorway swe... (Spanish) >>

He who stumbles and does not fall mends his pace.... (Spanish) >>

A clear conscience is a good pillow.

- French Proverb