More Spanish Proverbs

To give is honour, to love is grief.... >>

Jest so that it may not turn to earnest.... >>

All is not lost that is in danger.... >>

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

A postern door makes a thief.... >>

Other Proverbs

A young branch takes on all the bends that one gives it.... (Chinese) >>

He is rich that is satisfied.... (French) >>

Our last garment is made without pockets.... (Latin) >>

Take care of your pennies and your pounds will take care of ... (English) >>

Eat and drink with your relatives; do business with stranger... (Arab) >>

A bespattered hog tries to bespatter another.

- Spanish Proverb