More French Proverbs

When the devil says his paternosters he means to cheat you.... >>

For wolf's flesh dog sauce.... >>

Feather by feather the goose can be plucked.... >>

A sparrow in hand is worth more than a vulture flying.... >>

A fool's speech is a bubble of air.... >>

Other Proverbs

Never put your thumbs between two grinders.... (Spanish) >>

Do not lose honour through fear.... (Spanish) >>

It's dogged as does it.... (Spanish) >>

A runaway monk never praises his monastery.... (Italian) >>

Long life to the conqueror.... (Spanish) >>

One has always strength enough to bear the misfortunes of one's friends.

- French Proverb