More French Proverbs

We never know the worth of water till the well is dry.... >>

All is well that ends well.... >>

I know by my own pot how the others boil.... >>

A great fortune in the hands of a fool is a great misfortune.... >>

For one pleasure a thousand pains.... >>

Other Proverbs

Where shall the ox go and not plough?... (Spanish) >>

A good word extinguishes more than a pailful of water.... (Spanish) >>

Do not buy a carrier's ass, or marry an innkeeper's daughter... (Spanish) >>

The lion's not half so fierce as he's painted.... (Spanish) >>

The ass of many owners is food for wolves.... (Spanish) >>

Take heed of an enemy reconciled.

- French Proverb