More French Proverbs

The old monkey gets the apple.... >>

Take an ox by his horn, a man by his word.... >>

Nothing is done while something remains undone.... >>

Let him who feels he has a dirty nose wipe it.... >>

Long on hair, short on brains.... >>

Other Proverbs

A morsel eaten selfishly does not gain a friend.... (Spanish) >>

When they give you the calf, be ready with the halter.... (Spanish) >>

Play with the fool at home, and he will play with you abroad... (Spanish) >>

The well-dressed woman draws her husband away from another w... (Spanish) >>

All's for the best in the best of all possible worlds.... (Spanish) >>

A girl unemployed is thinking of mischief.

- French Proverb