More French Proverbs

A woman's tongue is her sword, and she does not let it rust.... >>

Death takes the poor man's cow and the rich man's child.... >>

After one loss come many.... >>

An eel escapes from a good fisherman.... >>

After mischance every one is wise.... >>

Other Proverbs

The first time it is a favour, the second time a rule.... (Chinese) >>

No one would be an innkeeper but for money.... (Spanish) >>

The lean dog is all fleas.... (Spanish) >>

The more riches a fool hath, the greater fool he is.... (Spanish) >>

Man is fire, woman is tow; the devil comes with a bellows.... (Spanish) >>

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

- French Proverb