More French Proverbs

No one is so generous as he who has nothing to give.... >>

Dressed like a windmill.... >>

A gilt bridle for an old mule.... >>

Don't shut the barn door after the horse is stolen.... >>

A thorn comes into the world point foremost.... >>

Other Proverbs

Calm weather in June, sets the corn in tune.... (American) >>

When you eat new bread, don't drink water.... (Spanish) >>

Where friars abound keep your eyes open.... (Spanish) >>

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

Raw leather will stretch.... (English) >>

Not every sort of wood is fit to make an arrow.

- French Proverb