More French Proverbs

In youth, one has tears without grief; in age, grief without tears.... >>

Better to have a friend on the road than gold or silver in your purse.... >>

Between the hand and the mouth the soup is often spilt.... >>

The sea refuses no river.... >>

Dread the anger of the dove.... >>

Other Proverbs

The robes of lawyers are lined with obstinacy of suitors.... (Italian) >>

Good weight and measure, are heaven's treasure... (American) >>

Many men know how to flatter, few men know how to praise.... (Chinese) >>

The pitcher will go to the well once too often.... (English) >>

Under a gold sheath a leaden knife.... (Spanish) >>

A girl unemployed is thinking of mischief.

- French Proverb