More French Proverbs

War is much too serious a matter to be entrusted to the military.... >>

A man with a watch knows what time it is. A man with two watches is ne... >>

All is not lost that is delayed.... >>

Empty casks make the most noise.... >>

John has been to school to learn to be a fool.... >>

Other Proverbs

He who lives in hopes, breakfasts ill and sups worse.... (Spanish) >>

He who sups with the devil has need of a long spoon.... (English) >>

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

The fire well knows whose cloak burns.... (Spanish) >>

See how he has risen from a mayor to a hangman.... (Spanish) >>

The devil was handsome when he was young.

- French Proverb