More English Proverbs

Death always comes too early or too late.... >>

He that marries for wealth sells his liberty.... >>

Autumn steals summer like a thief.... >>

Don't keep a dog and bark yourself... >>

Do not halloo until you are out of the wood.... >>

Other Proverbs

A covetous abbot for one offering loses a hundred.... (Spanish) >>

He who pays well is well served.... (French) >>

It is the master-wheel that makes the mill go round.... (French) >>

Unstringing the bow does not cure the wound.... (French) >>

The will is taken for the deed.... (French) >>

A goose quill is more dangerous than a lion's claw.

- English Proverb