More French Proverbs

He falls on his back and breaks his nose.... >>

A spaniel, a wife, and a walnut tree, The more you beat 'em the better... >>

People make the bells say what they please.... >>

Don't show your teeth if you can't bite.... >>

At Rome do as Rome does.... >>

Other Proverbs

Observe your enemies, for they first find your faults... (Greek) >>

My daughter-in-law tucked up her sleeves, and upset the kett... (Spanish) >>

Custom makes all things easy.... (Spanish) >>

He has much to do who would please everybody.... (Spanish) >>

A fool, if he holds his tongue, passes for wise.... (Spanish) >>

Fouls invent fashions and wise men follow them.

- French Proverb