More French Proverbs

To grow rich one has only to turn his back on God.... >>

Could a man foresee events he would never be poor.... >>

A crooked stick will have a crooked shadow.... >>

A handsome shoe often pinches the feet.... >>

Better to be envied than pitied.... >>

Other Proverbs

Complain to one who can help you... (Chinese) >>

Make a bridge of silver for the flying enemy.... (Spanish) >>

Bad news is always true.... (Spanish) >>

Under a tattered cloak you will generally find a good drinke... (Romanian) >>

She who is born a beauty is born betrothed.... (Italian) >>

Punctuality is the politeness of princes.

- French Proverb