More French Proverbs

One for sorrow; two for mirth; three for a wedding; four for a birth.... >>

A man of straw is worth a woman of gold.... >>

From to-morrow till to-morrow time goes a long journey.... >>

A fool's tongue is long enough to cut his own throat.... >>

A fault denied is twice committed.... >>

Other Proverbs

Discreet stops make speedy journeys.... (Spanish) >>

The beginning is the half of every action... (Italian) >>

Devils live in quiet pond.... (Russian) >>

If you want to be revenged, hold your tongue.... (Spanish) >>

A blow with a reed makes a noise but hurts not.... (Spanish) >>

A wicked dog must be tied short.

- French Proverb