More Danish Proverbs

The church is near, but the way is icy, The tavern is far, but I will ... >>

The dog wags his tail, not for you, but for your bread... >>

Your friend has a friend; don't tell him... >>

Hide not your talents, they for use were made. What's a sundial in the... >>

He who undertakes too much seldom succeeds... >>

Other Proverbs

Better wear out shoes than sheets.... (English) >>

The fox that sleeps in the morning has not his tongue feathe... (French) >>

The horse thinks one thing, and his rider another.... (Spanish) >>

Poverty is no sin.... (Spanish) >>

Through not spending enough we spend too much.... (Spanish) >>

Bed is the poor man's opera

- Danish Proverb