More French Proverbs

He that takes too great a leap falls into the ditch.... >>

A fool's voice is known by a multitude of words.... >>

There is no such thing as an insignificant enemy.... >>

A great fortune in the hands of a fool is a great misfortune.... >>

It is better to leave the child's nose dirty than wring it off.... >>

Other Proverbs

An empty purse frightens away friends... (English) >>

It is easy to undress the naked.... (Russian) >>

Set out wisely at first; custom will make every virtue more ... (English) >>

We are not yet roasting, and already we make sops in the pan... (Spanish) >>

Don't be too sweet lest you be eaten up; don't be too bitter... (Native American) >>

One does not always hit what one aims at.

- French Proverb