More French Proverbs

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Other Proverbs

Lomhlaba Unzima, Lohmhlaba. [This world is a harsh place, th... (Latin) >>

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Let sleeping dogs lie.... (English) >>

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A great fortune in the hands of a fool is a great misfortune.

- French Proverb