More French Proverbs

Ill-luck is good for something.... >>

One often has need of a lesser than oneself.... >>

If the weather is fine, put on you cloak; if it rains, do as you pleas... >>

If you have a sore eye wipe it with your elbow.... >>

It is the tone that makes the music.... >>

Other Proverbs

Never ask pardon before you are accused.... (Spanish) >>

A sparrow in the hand is better than a bustard on the wing.... (Spanish) >>

Many speak much who cannot speak well.... (American) >>

A grand eloquence, little conscience.... (Spanish) >>

It is not necessary to fall into a well to know its depth.... (Spanish) >>

Laws have wax noses.

- French Proverb