More French Proverbs

One always knocks oneself in the sore place.... >>

A good beast heats with eating.... >>

Avarice increases with wealth.... >>

A man who wants bread is ready for anything.... >>

A woman's tongue is her sword, and she does not let it rust.... >>

Other Proverbs

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

Talk of the devil and he is sure to appear.... (English) >>

When they give you the calf, be ready with the halter.... (Spanish) >>

From a fallen tree, all make kindling... (Chinese) >>

Were you at the wedding, Molly? No, mother, but the bride wa... (Spanish) >>

Naught must disturb a man of worth at dinner.

- French Proverb