More French Proverbs

He who wants to be rich in a year is hanged at six months' end.... >>

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

Spit not in the well, you may have to drink its water.... >>

One may better steal a horse than another look over the hedge.... >>

The last come is the best liked.... >>

Other Proverbs

The glass-dealer's horses fell out, and he looked on to see ... (Spanish) >>

Man is the only animal who can be skinned twice.... (American) >>

He who would thrive must follow the church, the sea, or the ... (Spanish) >>

At the wedding-feast the least eater is the bride.... (Spanish) >>

A man may hap to bring home with him what makes him weep.... (Spanish) >>

Turn your tongue seven times before speaking.

- French Proverb