More French Proverbs

The silence of the people is a warning for the king.... >>

A spaniel, a wife, and a walnut tree, The more you beat 'em the better... >>

Justifying a fault doubles it.... >>

Give out that you have many friends, and believe that you have but few... >>

A little man sometimes casts a long shadow.... >>

Other Proverbs

Everyone must row with the oars he has.... (English) >>

He who serves is not free.... (Spanish) >>

Half a brain is enough for him who says little.... (Italian) >>

Every woman has something of a witch about her.... (Spanish) >>

For all one's early rising, it dawns none the sooner.... (Spanish) >>

Soon enough if well enough.

- French Proverb