More French Proverbs

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

A hawk's marriage: the hen is the better bird.... >>

The reverse side also has a reverse side... >>

A man who wants bread is ready for anything.... >>

A fine girl and a tattered gown always find something to hook the them... >>

Other Proverbs

He who has a good wife can bear any evil.... (Spanish) >>

A shady lane breeds mud.... (English) >>

Sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander.... (English) >>

What cures Sancho makes Martha sick.... (Spanish) >>

First impressions are the most lasting.... (English) >>

He will not lose his oats for want of braying.

- French Proverb