More French Proverbs

If it only depends on swearing, the cow is ours.... >>

Nothing is more contagious than a bad example.... >>

He who is anxious for the death of another has a long rope to pull.... >>

He may swim boldly who is held up by the chin.... >>

A fine cage won't feed the bird.... >>

Other Proverbs

Seat yourself in your place and you will not be made to quit... (Spanish) >>

If there is no wind, row... (Benjamin Franklin) >>

When thou seest thy house in flames, go warm thyself by it.... (Spanish) >>

A proverb is a short sentence based on long experience.... (Spanish) >>

God cures, and the doctor takes the fee.... (Spanish) >>

A woman who accepts, sells herself; a woman who gives, surrenders.

- French Proverb