More French Proverbs

It is not the big oxen that do the best day's work.... >>

Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.... >>

He, who more than he is worth doth spend, E'en makes a rope, his life ... >>

A gilt bridle for an old mule.... >>

A good swimmer is not safe against drowning.... >>

Other Proverbs

It takes two to make a bargain.... (American) >>

There is some distance between Peter and Peter.... (Spanish) >>

Short acquaintance brings repentance.... (English) >>

You notice what I drink, and not the thirst I feel.... (Spanish) >>

He that plants thorns must never expect to gather roses... (English) >>

He who eats of the king's goose will void a feather forty years after.

- French Proverb