More French Proverbs

There's no need to grease the fat pig's rump.... >>

God alone understands fools.... >>

If wishes would bide, beggars would ride.... >>

He who listens at doors hears more than he desires.... >>

He will not lost the parings of his nails.... >>

Other Proverbs

The pitcher will go to the well once too often.... (English) >>

There is mony a true tale tauld in jest.... (Spanish) >>

The ass that is common property is always the worst saddled... (English) >>

A late spring is a great blessing.... (English) >>

Age can be a bad travelling companion.... (English) >>

One may go a long way after one is tired.

- French Proverb