More French Proverbs

A landmark is very well placed between the fields of two brothers.... >>

He who bestirs himself sucks up, he who lies still dries up.... >>

Better be an old man's darling than a young man's slave.... >>

A word once out flies everywhere.... >>

Swim on and don't trust.... >>

Other Proverbs

If I am a fool, put your finger in my mouth.... (Spanish) >>

Observe your enemies, for they first find your faults... (Greek) >>

Beware of a man of one book... (Italian) >>

A full cup must be carried steadily... (Greek) >>

The devil is so fond of his son that he put out his eye.... (Spanish) >>

A man well mounted is always proud.

- French Proverb