More French Proverbs

Handsomely asked, handsomely refused.... >>

When God sends flour the devil carries off the sack.... >>

Pity is akin to love.... >>

Set your sail according to the wind.... >>

Snarling curs never want sore ears.... >>

Other Proverbs

Charity well regulated begins at home.... (Spanish) >>

The leader follows in front.... (Spanish) >>

Don't stay long when the husband is not at home... (Spanish) >>

Come fish, come frog, all goes into the basket.... (Spanish) >>

A smooth sea never made a skilled mariner.... (English) >>

Possession is nine tenths of the law.

- French Proverb