More French Proverbs

We must have reasons for speech but we need none for silence.... >>

It won't do to trifle with fire.... >>

Don't shut the barn door after the horse is stolen.... >>

Eggs are put to hatch on a chance.... >>

Better to have a friend on the road than gold or silver in your purse.... >>

Other Proverbs

A bad excuse is better than none.... (Spanish) >>

One meets his destiny often in the road he takes to avoid it... (Spanish) >>

Beggars must not be choosers.... (Spanish) >>

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

No wonder if he breaks his head who stumbles twice over one ... (Spanish) >>

See a pin and pick it up, all the day you'll have good luck; see a pin and let it lie, bad luck you'll have all day.

- French Proverb