More French Proverbs

One may steal nothing save a lawyer's purse.... >>

A muffled cat never caught a mouse.... >>

Handsomely asked, handsomely refused.... >>

Always talk big and you will never be forgotten.... >>

Do not abstain from sowing for fear of the pigeons.... >>

Other Proverbs

Those who sleep with dogs will rise with fleas... (Chinese) >>

A maid who laughs is half taken.... (English) >>

Who is your enemy? A man of your own trade.... (Spanish) >>

Where force prevails, right perishes.... (Spanish) >>

Two false men to one traitor.... (Spanish) >>

It is pleasant enough going afoot when you lead your horse by the bridle.

- French Proverb