More French Proverbs

'Tis everywhere the same as here.... >>

Who spits against the wind spits in his own face.... >>

If it only depends on swearing, the cow is ours.... >>

Examine what is said, not him who speaks... >>

He that would go to sea for pleasure would go to hell for a pastime.... >>

Other Proverbs

Enjoy your little while the fool seeks for more.... (Spanish) >>

Sugared words generally prove bitter.... (Spanish) >>

The son of an ass brays twice a day.... (Spanish) >>

A handsome man is not quite poor.... (Spanish) >>

After breaking my head you bring plaister.... (Spanish) >>

One must step back to make the better leap.

- French Proverb