More French Proverbs

Turn your tongue seven times before speaking.... >>

Be truly what thou wouldst be thought to be.... >>

A young angel, an old devil.... >>

A gentlemen of Beauce who stays in bed till his breeches are mended.... >>

An apple a day keeps the doctor away.... >>

Other Proverbs

Gossip needs no carriage... (Polish) >>

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

Better wear out shoes than sheets.... (English) >>

First deserve, and then desire.... (English) >>

The crow went travelling abroad and came home just as black.... (English) >>

A good meal ought to begin with hunger.

- French Proverb